Birgit Koopsen Printmaking and Mixed Media

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By all means paint!

In this workshop, you’ll explore how to continue working through creative uncertainty instead of starting over. You’ll create a layered art journal spread using intuitive techniques, handmade tools and bold decision-making. Along the way, you’ll learn how to embrace imperfect stages and trust the evolution of your work. This class was originally created for One BadAss Art Journal 2025, hosted by Tiare Smith, and is now available as a standalone workshop.

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Gel Printed Laser Image Transfers - Recorded Live Session

This is a live class about laser image transfers. I will answer questions like: Which paints work best? What kind of paper should I use? What kind of photos work well? Which products can I use to color my images? and much more. I will show you real time how the transfers are done, how much rubbing, how long the paper stays on the plate, how much paint I use, things that could go wrong etc. I will walk you every step through the process! The live session will take place on YouTube. You will find the link to the live session in the Pdf in the classroom. The recording will be uploaded here in my Teachable school afterwards. You can ask questions in the live chat during the live session or afterwards in the comment section of the recording. You will have forever access to the recording of the live session.

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Gel Printing Unraveled - Beyond the Basics

Take your gel printing to the next level. Gel printing is playful, experimental and often unpredictable – and that’s part of the magic. But what if you could take control, refine your process and create prints that feel intentional, layered, and professional? That’s exactly what we’ll explore in Gel Printing Unraveled – Beyond the Basics. Over 6 weeks I’ll guide you through the techniques I use most in my own studio – from layering and color mastery to botanicals, transfers, and creative ways to use your finished prints. Don’t just pull random layers – learn how to print with confidence and intention.

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Image Transfers Unraveled

Take your gel printing skills to a higher level. Learning how to create image transfers opens up a whole new world of possibilities, wether you want to use them in your art journaling, travel journals, in your scrapbook, as backgrounds for your cards, as collage material or as stand alone pieces of art! In this workshop you will learn how to create magazine image transfers, the Stāzon technique (which makes image transfer printing a bit easier) and laser print transfers. You will also learn the best way to find the right combination of paint and magazines, mistakes you can make and how not to make them, how to fix little imperfections or how to use not so perfect prints, how to color your images with a variety of products and more.

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Play like a kid!

This workshop was originally offered as part of Life Book 2023 - if you are enrolled in Life Book 2023 then you already have access to this class!

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Printing for the sake of printing

In this session I will show you how creating for the sake of creating, with no goal or end result in mind can help you clear your mind and get focussed and inspired again for your next task! This session was originally created for Life Book Taster Week in spring 2023

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UpWaste Art Collective - From Trash to Treasure

Where creativity meets sustainability. UpWaste is a 5-week mixed media art experience that celebrates creativity, sustainability, and the joy of transformation. Ten inspiring artists guide you through innovative lessons that turn everyday scraps, found objects, and overlooked materials into vibrant, meaningful art. Each week you’ll receive 2 new full-length lessons + 2 bonus gifts. You’ll also get lifetime access, a supportive private Facebook community and projects designed to use materials you already have. Whether you’re a seasoned mixed media artist or just beginning your creative journey, UpWaste invites you to explore, play, and discover the magic of turning “trash” into true treasures.

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