Tetrapak Drypoint Printmaking Workshop

Create a small series of beautiful prints using this easy non-toxic etching technique.


Rachael Lee
Rachael Lee
5.0 (2)

4 hours Class size 4 to 10 guests    

  $150 ($165 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $150/guest for 2+ guests) (PayPal Pay in 4 available)
Explore the simple medium of drypoint intaglio printmaking using plates made from recycled drink packaging known as Tetra Pak.
Tetra Pak is a type of plasticized cardboard carton for juice and other liquids, folded from a single sheet into a box shape. They are usually lined with a thin sheet of aluminium, which we can use as our plate surface.
Working on Tetra Pak has similar qualities to traditional drypoint on plastic or metal but has the benefits of repurposing a waste material. The structure of the Tetra Pak packaging allows for more experimental approaches, including creating dark tones by stripping away the top layers of the material to expose the card underneath. The creases of the packaging can also be a feature of your design.
You’ll learn:
  • How to use the Tetra Pak packaging in interesting ways to create your drypoint plates
  • How to ink up the Tetra Pak plates, including tips and tricks to enhance your print and minimise accidental scratching
  • How to continue making and printing at home with kitchen equipment and recycled materials
For inks, we use low-toxic Akua Intaglio inks, which are soy-based with water wash-up, and we print onto artist-quality printmaking papers.
You’ll create a small edition of prints from your own drawing, copyright-free internet image, or photograph.
Cancellation Policy: Life happens, we get it! You can cancel or reschedule your workshop booking anytime up to 7 days before the class. Unfortunately, if you cancel within 7 days and we're unable to fill your spot, we won’t be able to offer a refund or credit. You’re welcome to pass your ticket on to someone else - just send us a message with their name and contact details so we can update the booking. Thanks so much for your understanding and support.
What you'll get
The workshop fee includes all materials, including Tetra Pak, printmaking papers, inks, and use of all tools and equipment.
You will take home your completed plate and several prints, as well as the knowledge and skills to keep experimenting at home.
Knowledge required
This workshop is suitable for all levels of art experience. Can’t draw? No worries! You just trace your image onto your plate.
What to bring
  • Apron and nametag
  • Image - A simple line-based image, maximum size 10cm x 8cm (for example a bird, insect, flower). Sources could include a drawing, photograph, clip-art, antique engraving etc.
  • Notebook and pen
  • Snacks and drinks. Tea and coffee are provided.
Location

Hive Studios, Unit 13/10 Depot Street, Banyo QLD

Art from the Urban Wilderness is located at Hive Studios in the suburb of Banyo, 15 km from the centre of Brisbane City. By Car – via the Gateway Motorway, take Exit 112 at the Nudgee Service Centre. By Train – walk from Northgate Station (2 kilometres) or Banyo Station (1.2 kilometres) or catch an uber or taxi from the station (1-2 minutes drive).

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Rachael Lee

Rachael Lee

5.0 (2)

Rachael Lee approaches her art practice with the same curiosity that she brings to exploring her local natural surroundings. She works with non-toxic experimental printmaking techniques, creating layered works using linocut, etched linocut, stencils, collagraph, drypoint and monoprinting. By combining shape, line and texture in her prints she seeks to highlight the underlying patterns, rhythms and soothing effects of nature.

Rachael is passionate about sharing her printmaking knowledge and over the last ten years has exhibited, given artist talks and run workshops for teachers, students and community groups in Southeast Queensland.




Your host

Art from the Urban Wilderness
Art from the Urban Wilderness

5.0 (286)
female Women-owned

Art from the Urban Wilderness is a community art studio located at Hive Studios in Banyo, northside Brisbane/Meanjin.
The studio was founded by artist Sandra Pearce in 2021, and specialises in the techniques of printmaking, papermaking, drawing, bookbinding and artist books. We offer workshops, courses, social art days, and artist talk events.
Our mission is to build an inclusive art community that nurtures creative authenticity, confidence and resilience. We also believe in the power of art to break the cycle of disaffection towards nature, to enrich lives and inspire care for the environment.
The studio is fully air-conditioned with some onsite parking as well as street parking.
2026-06-26 15:00:00
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