Beginners' linocut workshops - Winter 2026
- Michelle Hughes
- Jan 15
- 7 min read
Updated: Mar 25
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.
Thursday 8 January 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Kicking off my first linocut workshop of the year with a private booking and four wonderful prints. Tim carved a print of a diesel train; Alsion’s print was based on her drawing. Andrew created a linocut print of Flamborough Lighthouse, and Jo created a print of an ark at sea.
One for diesel train buffs. Do you reckon we got the ink colour right for the Rail Blue?
I wish I could remember word for word what Andrew and Tim said when they peeled back their very first prints, but it made me smile from ear to ear. It’s one of the many things which make teaching so rewarding.
“Great fun and very rewarding. Michelle is the welcoming host and teacher, highly recommended.”
“Great fun. Really absorbing. Very satisfying! Michelle is a lovely host and teacher.”
“Perfect relaxing day with a real chance of feeling like an artist by the end of it!”
“It was an enjoyable and knowledgeable course, which was fun to do. It was a fantastic experience, thank you.”
Friday 9 January 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Three more fabulous linocut prints. It’s been a lovely, chilled-out day, snug in my cosy studio. Stephine carved a linocut print of sea urchins. Stephen's linocut print was based on a photo he’d taken of the Old Man of Storr on the Isle of Skye, and Lise’s print was inspired by a greetings card. After swapping stories about yoga, Lise’s fox print was aptly named Downward Fox!
I’m thankful that the snow has stayed away and not affected anyone's travel so far.
Get well soon, Hilary. Hope you can make it another time.
“Learning the techniques of Lino cut from drawing a design to creating a lineup plate and producing a final print. Learning how to use the cutting tools and applying the ink.”
“Absorbing, satisfying fun. Michelle shows you everything you need to know very interesting, hands-on and just a supportive and fun workshop.”
“Satisfying, enjoyable, absorbing. Michelle makes the whole experience easy to follow with clear instructions and is very supportive.”
Saturday 10 January 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
A creative day making one-colour linocut prints in teal blue. Heather created a linocut print of a shoal of fish, Elaine carved a mid-century-inspired vase, Nicola’s penguin was based on a photo she’d taken, and Sheila created a linocut print of Cat Bells in the Lake District.
“An introduction to Lino Printing in a relaxed environment. Once a month, support with techniques. All equipment provided. Michelle is a very knowledgeable tutor.”
“A brilliantly friendly, welcoming, well organised workshop where you’ll come away with new skills and a print you can be proud of!”
“Satisfying way to learn about line air Printing. Patient and supportive teacher. And great to come away with a print of your own!”
“Excellent introduction to a new craft. A very well taught and highly informative teacher. Excellent presentation throughout the day.”
Saturday 17 January 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Four fabulous linocut prints from Saturday’s linocut workshop. Fiona created a linocut print of a peacock based on her drawing. Susan made a print of an owl in a tree. Wendy carved a lino print of a mouse with a dandelion clock, and Sarah's print was inspired by a photo she’d taken of fly agaric mushrooms.
“A thoroughly enjoyable day being creative, learning new things and coming back home with a gorgeous prince with a knowledgeable and very supportive tutor.”
“Very relaxing, very good instruction, easy to create something lovely to take home.”
“Informal and fun day learning a new skill. Michelle is a great teacher.”
“Enjoyable, relaxed day. Everyone was able to make a good print irrespective of experience. Very satisfying”
Saturday 30 January 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
The perfect way to spend a wet winter's day!
Anne created a linocut print of a blackbird eating berries. Hilary created a lino pint of beach huts at the seaside. Kathy based her print on a photo of her log-burning stove. Lee created a print of a coffee pot, a mug, and a croissant for his kitchen.
“Very enjoyable and rewarding.”
“Interesting day. Small group, so lots of attention. Excellent introduction. Michelle is full of information, ideas and advice. The day sped by as so much fun. Very enjoyable, friendly day.”
“Relaxed, very informative and encouraging.”
“Relaxed, informative and a delight! Went home thrilled with my first efforts. “
Saturday 14 February 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Anne created a linocut print of fern leaves, and Mark’s print was based on his sketch of a vintage radio. Loiuse created a botanical linocut print, and Fiona created a lino print of her cottage.
“A fabulous day to chill, unwind, get creative and take something home to treasure!”
“Intense! Zoomed by. Lots to learn. Great teacher. Lovely setting.”
“A steep learning curve but an enjoyable day, lots of things I didn’t realise about the process that I will definitely be able to continue at home.”
“Fabulous day! Lovely small group, wonderful teacher. Lots of help. Very pleased with the end result.”
Friday 6 March 2026 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Meaghan and Duncan created linocut prints of their cat in black and white. Barbara created a linocut print of snowdrops, printing it in orange, and Sam carved a print of a building inspired by her holiday photos.
“Great fun. I learned a lot. It was good to produce something by the end of the day.”
“Lots of fun! Great creative challenge in a lovely space. Really satisfying outcome.”
“Instructions were easy to follow, and it was something new to add to my skill set. Enjoy creating the linocut, which I could use at home.”
“Creative, therapeutic! To be learning a new creative experience and skill in a lovely space. Well taught and interesting with a feeling of accomplishment. Advised both helpful and welcome!”
Saturday 7 March 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Georgina created a print of poppy seed heads based on some photos and a vase of seed heads in my studio. Val’s print was inspired by her seashell collection. Catherine M carved an intricate linocut print of snowdrops, and Catherine P created a light house linocut print, printing in two tones of blue.
“Step-by-step, small group, data producer two timeline print.”
“Fun, great learning, space to be creatively indulgent.”
“A great overview of how to create a linear cup print from idea to print. Great advice and freedom to try and create what is in your head with cake!”
“Really great day. Lovely workshop. Inspiring and cosy. Michelle explained everything really clearly and was very patient. Very encouraging to do your own thing. Loved it! And great tea and cake.”
Friday 20 March 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Ruth created a botanical lino print, carving her design in positive and negative.
Andy created an Easter egg print for cards. Jena’s linocut print was inspired by photos from home in Norway. Steve sketched and carved a print of a giraffe.
"An excellent introduction to basic lino printing skills with enough support to enable you to produce something you're proud of.”
“Fun day learning some Printing! Enjoy going through a process and having something to show at the end of it.”
“Excellent for people who want to learn the basic process. And on low threshold. Fun!”
“I enjoyed learning the process of lino printing and designs.”
Saturday 21 March 2026 - Introduction to linocut print workshop
Gabi created a lino print of two birds in a tree. Emma T created a linocut print of her 1930’s house. Emma C sketched and carved a linocut print of a bird in a tree, and her mum, Wendy, created a linocut print based on some of her paintings.
“Fun, informative, friendly. Really enjoyed learning the print process.”
“A really enjoyable day being absorbed with a new challenge. Really inspiring.”
“A really fun, creative, informative way to spend a day. Creating something so satisfying in just a day, thank you so much!”
“Excellent fun day. Very inspiring. Having never tried printing, it was great to learn a new skill.”
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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