Beginners' linocut workshops - Autumn 2025
- Michelle Hughes
- Sep 29, 2025
- 6 min read
Updated: Dec 22, 2025
I'll add photos from each workshop as I teach my beginner's linocut workshops through the winter. If you’d like to learn how to make a linocut print, see my linocut workshops and online courses page for links to each course and workshop.
Friday 26 September 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Philip created a linocut print inspired by Alan Boyson's 1960s "Shoal of Fish" mosaic in Hull. Karen made a linocut print of a hare running through the landscape with a moon in the background. Shirley loves allium flowers and created a linocut print of allium seed heads in bright cobalt blue.
“Very therapeutic and informative day. Also very enjoyable. Thank you very much."
“Highly recommended, very relaxed with friendly and encouraging tuition. My confidence has grown in my limited experience. It’s been a thoroughly enjoyable day!”
“A wonderful way to spend a day with Michelle, learning with excellent information and instructions in perfect surroundings and company.”
Saturday 27 September 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Maddie created a linocut print inspired by walks near home. Olivia wanted to make a linocut print of sardines in a tin to remind her of her holidays in Portugal. And Angela carved a linocut print of a sunrise seascape.
“Really thorough and inspiring-feel like I’ve got a really good understanding of the technique, but all stages of printmaking-just need to practice them now!”
“Informative and fun! Great for beginners or people wanting more practice.”
“The course is a relaxing and friendly way to learn a new skill you didn’t think you could do.”
Friday 17 October 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Four fabulous prints on Friday's linocut workshop. The day just flew by! Mandi created a print of a vase of flowers, Helena carved a print of her whippit, Laura made a dragonfly print, and Ann’s print was inspired by a photo of a flower blossom.
“Really good fun, great atmosphere, and a very knowledgeable and helpful host. It was taken at a very pleasurable place for all, and the whole day felt very therapeutic. I loved it.”
“An enjoyable and thorough intro to linocut printing. Held in Michelle’s inspiring studio space.”
“Loved it! Learn loads enjoyed the demos and instructions, and the inspiration. Fun and achieved a viable print in the end :-) Well paced. Beautifully organised. Thank you!”
“Michelle explained the process clearly and provided lots of individual advice. There was time to practice the techniques and then produce the final print. Trying to have a go at home!”
Saturday 18 October 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Another creative day making one colour linocut prints. Charla and Katelyn created a set of four minbi prints to make into cards, Elizabeth created a puffin print and plans to add colour for the beaks and feet with watercolours. And Tammy carved a print of dandelions and printed it in teal blue.
“A really fun way to make things and learn how to line a coat, and I really enjoyed getting to do my own design and having full creative freedom.”
“Challenging but fun. Good activities to do with teenagers, too.”
“Very engaging, Michelle was lovely, helped me with any issues.”
“Fantastic introduction to Lino cutting techniques and printing skills, plenty of time for each task.”
Thursday 30 October 2025 - Christmas card linocut print workshop
Helen W, Mo, Sue and Helen B came to my beginners linocut workshop in the summer and wanted to come back to make linocut Christmas cards. I’d be thrilled if a friend sent me one of these, wouldn’t you? Helen created a winter snow scene; Mo carved an angel; Sue made a Scandi-style love heart and printed it in poppy red; and Helen carved a linocut print of a Christmas wreath.
Friday 7 November 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Sarah worked on a linocut print featuring trees in a landscape. Jane created a print of stacked teacups in cobalt blue. Helen produced a linocut of a tree, and Gwyneth designed a vibrant hot pink marking tile for her kitchen.
“Very enjoyable and interesting.”
“Informative, enjoyable and a fabulous teacher.”
“Really enjoyable day learning techniques of lino printing with lots of one-to-one support, and enabled me to finish the day with a print I’m really pleased with.”
“Practical. Hands-on. Learnt lots. Very helpful assistance. “
Saturday 8 November 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Charlotte created a linocut print of a tree in a field and hand-coloured the poppies. Hattie made a print of a seed head, while Linda’s design was inspired by the berserker from the historic Lewis Chessmen set. Lee made a linocut print of a Magellanic penguin.
“A great way to learn the basics of lino print with access to all the tools required!’
“Lovely and relaxed, lots to learn in a well planned and well taught.”
“A friendly, creative atmosphere, lovely way to spend a day and make something special. Chance to learn from a real expert.”
“A fun day where you get to learn a new skill in an informative and supportive environment.”
Friday 21 November 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Chris carved a linocut print of his cottage as a Christmas card. Phil's linocut print was inspired by photos he’s taken of Sandal Castle in Wakelfield. Mo created a linocut print of a fox and a mosque's minarets.
“Friendly, you don’t need to be arty, and Michelle will hold your hand.
“Creative. Informative. Easy to follow. Enjoyable.”
Saturday 22 November 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Lesley created a linocut print of a puffin with sea thrift based on a sketch in her sketchbook. Harry Starmer's stained glass windows inspired Richard’s print.
Jen created two Christmas tree card designs, and Gill carved a lino block of American maple leaves, which she experimented with overprinting onto botanical eco prints she’d made at home.
“A really good introduction to the techniques of linocut with practical demonstrations and guidance on the creation of your first ever print that you’ll be proud to show off.”
“Really enjoyable, relaxed and yet productive. Not too much like Bake Off for time pressure.”
“Really informative. Tailored to each individual's abilities.”
“Great introduction to the essential techniques and some great tips on getting started and using the right equipment and materials. Inspiring and stimulating.”
Saturday 29 November 2025 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
“Cosy, friendly and easy to follow introduction to an enjoyable new craft.”
"It’s been a really lovely day with a friend, I’ve switched off from the day to day, learnt something new, and left with a gift for myself! Michelle is a calm, through and supportive teacher."
“A lovely, creative day in a beautiful workshop and a kind and patient teacher.”
“A very thorough introduction into lino printing. Really enjoyable and encouraging.”
Would you like to learn how to make a linocut print?
Online courses
Online self-paced learning. Study at your own pace at home with instructional videos and step-by-step guides.
Beginner's guide to linocut printing
How to make a multi-block linocut print
Linocut workshops in Yorkshire
My linocut workshops are all held in my York print studio. I teach in small groups of four, so everyone receives plenty of one-on-one tuition.
Introduction to linocut printing workshop
Follow on 'jigsaw' linocut printing workshop
How to make a multi-block linocut print workshop
See my linocut workshops and online courses page for links to each course and workshop.
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Michelle
About the author
Michelle Hughes is a North Yorkshire landscape artist. Much of her work depicts the Yorkshire landscape, including the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors, as well as the Yorkshire coast.
Michelle loves exploring the British countryside by bike or on foot, camera in hand, capturing ideas for her next prints. Back in her garden studio, Michelle creates simple but stylised silhouettes based on her photographs and carves these shapes into lino. She hand prints with an etching press, using oil-based inks to create tonal blocks of colour.
Michelle’s original linocut prints are limited editions.
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