Monoprinting Mardi Gras:Monoprinting (reverse painting) encourages the spontaneous. The image develops in a short period of time.(a few hours, sometimes less)Therefore it is a fitting medium to paint the fleeting moments of a Mardi Gras Parade. Not as the camera freezes the moment, but how we respond with our sight and emotions. We have the opportunity to paint and print images from a Magazine St parade from the porch to the studio, accessing the press, to print seamlessly on site.The first day of the session will be devoted to monoprinting with the press.  Archival inks that are applied like oil paints will be provided with printing papers. Bring a few of your own oil painting brushes.  Krew of Carrolton then Krewe of King Arthur will pass in front of printmaking building. The parade starts at 12:30pm. The second day will be devoted to finishing the monoprints with watercolors, charcoal, and pastels. Please bring your own favorites. A limited amount of watercolors and pastels will be available.‍