The Introduction to Printmaking is a hands-on class where you will be taught and get to make your own Linocut, Wood block, Wood grain, repeat patter print and try additional techniques like Lego printing, Layer printing and printing on textiles.
Learn the basics in this fun and creative class to set yourself up for your own printmaking at home, or try it out and share your creations as gifts or hang up in your own home.
The perfect way to try it out without spending money on all of the materials and tools, figure out what works best for you and learn from two experienced printmakers.
You will walk away with your own carved Linocut and Woodblock that you can continue printing at home, as well as 6-10 finished print artworks ready to be framed or given away as greeting cards.
*Information for booking students under 18*
Among The Trees accepts students under 18 in two groups:
Students 13-15 years of age must attend all courses with a parent or guardian. This parent or guardian must also purchase a place in the course and take part. One parent/guardian is able to attend with multiple students.
Students 16-17 years of age may attend a course without a parent or guardian present.
For all students under 18, the full name and contact information for parents and guardians must be provided when booking. If you have any questions, please get in touch with us.
Please note:
Public dates for this class require at least 5 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we'll cancel the class;
in this case we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.
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Purchase a take-home finishing kit ($10)
You can add these when you book (optional).
This workshop is aimed at people with no or minimal experience with printmaking and who are looking for an introduction to the craft.
The course is run using hand carving tools, an element of hand and wrist strength is required to carve linoleum and wood. All of the work can be carried out sitting down, the printing at the end of each class is done standing up, but can be completed sitting down if requested.
By the end of this Introduction to Printmaking class you will have:
A Linocut block of your own design
A Woodblock of your own design
A repeat-pattern block of your own design
6-10 various printed artworks on paper or as greeting cards
The knowledge to safely and effectively create your own printmaking blocks in addition to printing the blocks created in the class at home.
All other materials are supplied, you do not need to bring a design with you but if you want to get some inspiration you can look on Pinterest or Instagram at #printmaking #linocut #woodblock and other tags.
You are required to wear closed-toe shoes. Please wear clothing that can get dirty. Long hair needs to be tied back and no loose hanging jewellery should be worn.
Please note: This course may involve materials that are allergens for students. Nut and seed oils, as well as fine wood dust, may be present at points throughout the course. If you have any allergies please get in touch with us.
This class series runs over 3 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.
This class is great for
individuals
and couples
as well as for
a birthday or hens party.
Suitable
for adults, and kids (minimum 13 years old).
An adult must accompany any attending kids. The adult may observe at the class for free.
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