Hand-Carved Inkjet Prints

with Henri van Noordenburg

Born in The Netherlands and based in Brisbane, Henri van Noordenburg is a visual artist whose practice merges photography, drawing and performance to explore memory, landscape and belonging. Using a distinctive hand-carved technique inspired by sgraffito, his works have been exhibited internationally, including the Manila Biennale and Scope Basel. He has received multiple awards, and his work is held in major public and private collections including LACMA and NERAM.

Discover an innovative technique developed by artist and photographer Henri van Noordenburg in this exploratory, hands‑on masterclass. Participants will learn Henri’s distinctive technique of hand-carving inkjet prints, a meticulous, analogue approach comparable to the sgraffito process, that transforms a photographic or printed image into a richly textured, one‑of‑a‑kind artwork.

Working directly into inkjet prints on fine art paper, participants will use scalpels and sandpaper to carefully remove and abrade the upper layers of the print surface. Through this subtractive process, underlying tones are revealed while new marks and textures emerge. Henri will also demonstrate how to introduce additional ink and natural pigments, expanding tonal depth and creating layered, painterly effects.

This masterclass emphasises precision, and experimentation, encouraging artists to slow down and engage deeply with surface, image, and process. The techniques explored offer fresh possibilities for photographers, printmakers, and visual artists seeking to extend their practice beyond traditional printing methods and into more tactile, materially expressive territory.

Please wear closed in shoes. 

Masterclass includes

All materials will be provided for use during the workshop

Materials: specialty paper x 4 per participant (1 x 300x300mm and 3 x 160x200mm), scalpels, sandpaper, coloured inks.

Light lunch, tea and coffee. There is an opportunity to advise of any dietary requirements when making your booking.

Other important information

Please arrive 10 minutes early to avoid late starts and allow time to find an all-day carpark.

This Masterclass will take place outside the gallery under marquees. Please wear weather appropriate clothing.

FAQs:

Is this workshop suitable for me?

Suitable for intermediate to experienced artists seeking new techniques. Previous drawing experience beneficial.

What can I bring?

Optional: reference image

Weather appropriate clothing

Water bottle

What’s the refund policy?

Refund available up to 72 hours before the start time of the masterclass.

Please note: when purchasing your ticket, the Gallery absorbs all related booking fees, however, refunds will include the ticket price less the Humanitix fees (which consists of the payment processing fee and the service fee combined)

Please note that refunds are not available if you have already attended the workshop.

What’s the cancellation policy?

Minimum bookings required for workshop to proceed. In the unlikely event that the workshop is cancelled, participants will be given sufficient notice along with a full refund.