Cost: $650*

Reserve your space now – A 3% fee is added to cover PayPal costs. To pay by check, contact Ellen Parry at bajaranchoart@gmail.com.

Carol and Christopher Webb will lead a relief printmaking and Raku workshop May 10-13, 2023.  

Printmaker Carol Catalano Webb will teach us fun, creative printmaking methods using linoleum plates.   Several transparent layers of ink will create bold, richly colored and textured prints inspired by the backdrop of Rancho La Bellota.  

Working together with ceramic artist Christopher Webb, guests will use the same linoleum plates to print their images onto bisqued clay tiles.  Christopher will also supply hand-thrown ceramic pots to decorate with wax resist and various Raku glazes.  Guests will participate in an exciting Raku firing.  Their glazed ceramics pieces are taken from the kiln, still glowing red hot, and are placed on combustible materials, such as sawdust, leaves, and pine needles. After the hot, smoking pots are plunged into a water bath to cool, the unpredictable myriad of colors, both metallic and crackled, are revealed.

The last morning Carol and Christopher will show ways to further personalize your prints and pots with cold finishes. Expect the unexpected and marvel in your creativity!

Artwork by Carol Catalano Webb

Ceramics by Christopher Webb

Cost includes: *Professional workshop instruction, 3 nights lodging and 8 meals at Rancho La Bellota, horseback riding (you must be able to mount your horse from the ground to participate), all transportation in Mexico, and winery tour in Valle de Guadalupe. Optional wine purchases are paid on your own. Workshop size is limited to provide individual attention and instruction. All equipment and materials are included in the workshop fee for each participant to make up to four prints, and additional paper will be available for purchase at cost.