Paper Marbling

Paper Marbling goes back to the 12th century Asia.  See a brief History below:

In this workshop, You'll be learning the process of how to make marlbelized paper.  You'll learn the best ways to prepare the water to allow the dyes to float on top !  You'll learn techniques using different tools for different patterns and designs, and you'll learn which colors work well together for a full page design.  We'll be working on A4 Rice paper and we'll experiment a little with other papers.

You'll assist your fellow students with lifting and drying and you'll make as many pages each as time and trays allow.  

HISTORY of PAPER MARBLING:

• Japan and China

  Marbling was used for stationary and fabric dying as early as the 12th century. The Japanese technique of suminagashi translates to "floating ink" and involves dropping ink onto water and then gently blowing to create patterns. 

• Islamic Near East

  Marbling became associated with calligraphy and illuminated manuscripts in the 15th century. 

• Turkey

  The Turkish technique of ebru translates to "cloud art" and involves using oil paint and a thickening agent called "size" to create patterns. Ebru was used for calligraphy, book decoration, and lining trunks and chests. 

• Europe

  The first marbled papers in Europe were likely made in Germany in the early 17th century. The French established a connection between marbling and bookbinding, and marbled paper was used to line boxes and decorate furniture.