print making
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Printmaking Taster Course
Begins 5th September 5 weeks, Thursdays, 6-8pm £150 / £30 per individual session We are excited to deliver this new taster course to introduce you to lots of different printmaking techniques. Over the 5 weeks you will learn the difference between intaglio and relief printing methods, and have a go at some really varied techniques to create your own prints. Amy Cartwright loves all things printy and inky. She loves to share the joy of printmaking and the surprise of each print. She will guide you through each technique with quality tools in the Artpocket Print Studio. All sessions 6pm to 8pm. Arrive at 5.45pm for herbal tea. |
week 1:Dry point etching
Try your hand at Intaglio printing. In this session you will learn all about dry point etching. You will be introduced to the tools and materials, etch your own acetate plate with dry point tools and then print your etching using our craft presses.
week 2: Screen printing with paper stencils
Create bright and bold prints with the use of our printing screens. In this session you will create your own print using paper stencils while learning about screen printing equipment and techniques.
week 3: Monoprinting with Gelli plates
Have fun getting creative with this playful monoprinting technique. A great introduction to Gelli plates and a chance to let your creativity flow.
week 4: Collagraph printing with Enviromount
Discover the wonder and variety of printed textures in this taster workshop introducing collagraph techniques. You will create your own mini collage which can then be printed on our craft presses.
week 5: Relief linocut printing sample
Learn all about linocut tools and techniques in this short session where you will have a go at carving and printing your own mini linoprint design.
Book directly with amycartwrightprints@hotmail.com
Try your hand at Intaglio printing. In this session you will learn all about dry point etching. You will be introduced to the tools and materials, etch your own acetate plate with dry point tools and then print your etching using our craft presses.
week 2: Screen printing with paper stencils
Create bright and bold prints with the use of our printing screens. In this session you will create your own print using paper stencils while learning about screen printing equipment and techniques.
week 3: Monoprinting with Gelli plates
Have fun getting creative with this playful monoprinting technique. A great introduction to Gelli plates and a chance to let your creativity flow.
week 4: Collagraph printing with Enviromount
Discover the wonder and variety of printed textures in this taster workshop introducing collagraph techniques. You will create your own mini collage which can then be printed on our craft presses.
week 5: Relief linocut printing sample
Learn all about linocut tools and techniques in this short session where you will have a go at carving and printing your own mini linoprint design.
Book directly with amycartwrightprints@hotmail.com
Day Workshops
2 day Linocut Print workshop
Sundays 12th and 26th May, 10.30-3.30pm £120 (includes use of tools, A5 lino, quality printing ink, A4 printing paper, cups of tea & an ample dose of encouragement!) Tutor: Amy Cartwright Colourful layers using reduction method On this two day course, printmaker Amy Cartwright will guide you through the whole process of Reduction Linocut Printing to allow you to add different colour layers to your lino prints. Book Directly with Amy: amycartwrightprints@hotmail.com |
Screen print weekend!
Saturday & Sunday 22 & 23rd June, 10.30-3.30pm £135 (includes all tools and materials for the weekend) Suitable for beginners, *limited spaces* Tutor: Amy Cartwright On this weekend course printmaker Amy Cartwright will introduce you to the joy of screenprinting! You will experiment with both the stencil method and drawing fluid method to create your own free-hand designs. You will leave with a bundle of colourful prints and your own handprinted tote bag! *Booking now via email* amycartwrightprints@hotmail.com Wear clothes you do not mind getting inky. Aprons are available. |
Linocut Printmakers Studio day
Sunday 28th July 2024 10.30 to 3.30 £55 Tutor: Amy Cartwright For those printmakers who have attended a beginners linocut class and wish to create a new design in a supportive friendly atmosphere. Amy will provide a choice of lino, all tools and quality materials. There will be an opportunity to try multicoloured print layers, different mark making techniques and freedom to experiment. Perfect if you have a project in mind, or you would like to practise your printmaking skills. Book Directly with Amy: amycartwrightprints@hotmail.com |
Intaglio Printing Day Workshop
Sunday 16th June 2024 10.30am to 3.30pm, £65 (all materials included) Tutor: Amy Cartwright Do you love learning new arty – crafty - printy - inky techniques? On this fun filled day, printmaker Amy Cartwright will introduce you to both Dry Point Etching & Collagraph Printing You will create your own mini printing plates (no experience needed) then have fun learning to ink and print your creations, on our mini craft presses Please bring a packed lunch and wear clothes you do not mind getting inky. Book Directly with Amy: amycartwrightprints@hotmail.com |
Beginners linocutting day
Date to be released soon... Tutor: Amy Cartwright Spend the day in the Artpocket print studio, designing, carving and printing your own linocut design. The day is suitable for beginners who wish to learn the art of linoprinting, or those wanting to refresh their skills. Amy will guide you through the whole process in a friendly and supportive way, you will leave with your lino and a set of hand printed cards. Book Directly with Amy: amycartwrightprints@hotmail.com |