Introduction to linocut printing workshop
Learn how to design, carve and print your own unique linocut print.
What you will learn
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Understand vocabulary and techniques of printmaking.
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Develop a clear understanding of the steps needed to plan and create a successful print.
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Hand burnish a simple limited edition one colour print using softcut lino and oil based inks.
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Take home a print that you can frame.
During the morning you learn about materials and tools, cut and print a test print and then plan your
final design. In the afternoon you cut and print your chosen design.
Location
Workshops will be held in my light and hopefully sunny garden studio in Holgate, York.
Free on street parking. Bikes can be stored securely in my carport.
Duration
10am – 4pm. Arrive anytime from 9.30am for a 10am start. Half an hour for lunch.
Workshop cost
£90 per person including materials, drinks and homemade cake.
Workshop size
In each workshop I have a maximum of four students, so you really get the one to one experience.
Refreshments
Tea, herbals teas and coffee. We’ll have tea and cake together to round off the day. Please bring a packed lunch.
Previous experience
Suitable for beginners. Please let me know what previous art and/or printmaking experience you have so that I can tailor the workshop to suit.
Please bring with you
Before the workshop have a think about the image you would like to design and linocut. This could be a favourite landscape photo, flower or tree image. Please bring some inspiration, Pinterest mood board or sketches along on the day. Ideas to follow will also be available on the day if needed.
Materials and equipment
Lino cutting equipment will be provided for each student to use on the day. A reasonable amount of paper and ink will also be provide.
Suitable clothing
I use oil based inks which will stain clothing. Please wear old clothes. Aprons and plastic gloves will be provided.
How to book
Contact me to book. The full payment is required to book.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel your place on a course please get in touch.
Cancellations up to one month notice: You will be offered a place on one of my other workshops or a refund of 50% of the workshop fee.
Cancellations less than one month notice: Unfortunately I am unable to offer refunds if the period of notice given is less than one month.
If your workshop is cancelled due to rare unforeseen circumstances I will work with you to rearrange an alternative date that is mutually suitable. If this isn’t suitable, a full refund will be given.
Terms and conditions
Please read the workshops section in terms and conditions.
Covid-19 info
Everyone's safety is my main priority. I have put in place a number of changes to ensure that everyone is fully informed and feels comfortable in my studio. Please read Workshops - Covid-19 information before booking.
Wait list
If you would like to join my waitlist for cancellations please get in touch.
Private workshops
Available for a group of 4 friends or family. A one day workshop for up to 4 adults is £360. This includes materials, drinks and homemade cake. Please contact me for available dates for private linocut and bespoke workshop bookings.
Gift vouchers
Do you know someone that would enjoy a workshop experience as a gift?
Vouchers and gift cards are available. Please get in touch for details.
Privacy policy
I will never sell your data and I promise to keep your details secure. I will only contact you about the workshop. By providing your details you agree to being contacted by me.
For further details of how your details are used and stored see my ‘Privacy policy’.
Get in touch
If you have any questions please email me and I will call you back.
Previous workshops
See more images in my linocut workshop blogs.