Artisan in Residence: Gel Plat Monoprint Workshop

Artisan in Residence: Donna Frustere

Join us at Ocean House for an inspiring Gel Plate Monoprint Workshop led by our talented Artist in Residence, Donna Frustere. This hands-on class invites participants to explore the fascinating art of monoprinting, a versatile and expressive printmaking technique using gel plates. Under Donna’s expert guidance, you’ll learn how to layer colors, textures, and patterns to create unique, one-of-a-kind prints. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or new to the medium, this workshop provides a wonderful opportunity to experiment with creativity in a fun and relaxed environment. All materials will be provided, and you’ll leave with your own collection of original monoprints, perfect for framing, gifting, or incorporating into other art projects.

Reservations are required. There is a $5.00 fee for valet parking for non-hotel guests. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true artist in residence and take home your very own watercolor creation.

About the Artisan

Donna Frustere is a renowned printmaker and art educator with over 40 years of experience. A graduate of the University of Maine (BS in Art Education) and The Hartford Art School (MAED in Printmaking), she has taught in Connecticut schools, earning the 2020 CT Art Educator’s Award, and has led workshops and advocacy efforts to promote printmaking. A founding member of “The Printmakers Network of Southern New England,” she has exhibited nationally and internationally since 1993, with her work archived at the Slater Museum in CT. Now based in Westerly, RI, her prints blend family stories, traditions, and cultural themes, embodying the artist’s role as an interpreter of life’s layers.