Paper Marbling with John Bielik
Tannery Pond Center presents: Paper Marbling Workshops with John Bielik
Sunday, August 27 | Workshop 1: 10 am - 12:30 PM
Sunday, August 27 | Workshop 2: 1 - 3:30 PM
Cost: $25/workshop/person, Class Size is limited to 12.
Paper marbling is the art or process of staining paper with paint or ink. Patterns are achieved by floating and manipulating paint on the surface of water, vegetable gum or the combination of each. This workshop is intended to be an introduction to a Middle Eastern style of paper marbling. This variety of marbling is different from most marbling done in the world today. Historically appropriate materials and techniques of the paper marbler will be the foundation of this class. Instruction will include discussion and application of basic tools, materials, and technique. There will be plenty of time to create a variety of patterns and make a sizable stack of marbled papers. It is important to wear clothing that can become stained with paint. This warning also applies to shoes.
Instructor John Bielik: John C. Bielik is an itinerant artisan, instructor, and historic trades preservationist. He received a B. F. A. from Missouri State University(Springfield) and an M. F. A. from Virginia Commonwealth University. He has held classes in 14 states and performed historically inspired demonstrations at County and State fairs, historic sites, and festivals. John has been a guest on the American documentary television series Barnwood Builders and his paper and products are featured in the shops at Colonial Williamsburg, the Atheneum in Historic New Harmony, as well as, other retail venues. John’s marbled paper has been selected for inclusion onto Early American Life Magazine Directory of the top 100 Traditional American Artisans. He is not an artist. He is a preservationist. His goal is not to create something new, but to save something that is old.
