LAKE CHARLES WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Layered Ink, No Press: An Evening Printmaking Workshop in Lake Charles
A two-hour, artist-led session teaching press-free additive and reductive printmaking techniques that ends with a finished 11 x 14 print to take home.
Layered Ink, No Press: An Evening Printmaking Workshop in Lake Charles.
Set in Lake Charles, this hands-on printmaking workshop invites participants to explore personal storytelling through additive and reductive techniques taught by artist Abby Brumett. The session emphasizes layered, expressive composition without a traditional press, encourages experimentation, and guides each attendee to complete a finished artwork to take home.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Artist-led instruction with Abby Brumett
The workshop is led by artist Abby Brumett, who guides students through creative choices and layered approaches, making the process accessible and exploratory for all levels.
Additive and reductive printing without a press
Participants learn techniques that build and remove layers to produce depth and texture — all without using a traditional press — focusing on expressive mark-making and composition.
A finished print and an optional full-size upgrade
Each participant leaves with one finished 11 x 14 print included in the fee, with the option to upgrade to a premium 22 x 30 BFK Reeves paper print for an additional charge.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
The two-hour workshop is brisk and hands-on: a short demonstration frames the additive and reductive approaches, then students move into focused making — layering, carving back, and assembling an expressive composition — all guided by the instructor toward a finished 11 x 14 print.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and who might look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All materials are provided; participants need only bring themselves and a readiness to experiment.
The base fee includes one finished 11 x 14 print; there is an optional upgrade to a premium 22 x 30 BFK Reeves paper print for an additional charge.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When and where is the workshop?
The Printmaking Workshop takes place in Lake Charles on February 27, 2026, from 6 to 8 PM.
How long is the session?
The workshop runs for two hours.
How much does it cost?
Participation is $20; an optional upgrade to a full-size 22 x 30 inch print on premium BFK Reeves paper is available for an additional $15.
Do I need prior printmaking experience?
No prior printmaking experience is necessary; the session is beginner-friendly and all materials are provided.
What do participants take home?
The workshop includes one finished 11 x 14 inch print for each participant; the larger premium print is optional for an extra fee.
Who leads the workshop?
The artist-led session is taught by Abby Brumett.