Introductory Japanese Woodblock Printing Workshop

Learn how to relief print using Japanese woodblocks at this Melbourne workshop



2 hours Class size 4 to 6

label $60 (or 4 payments of $15 Afterpay)

Looking for fun things to do in Melbourne this weekend with friends? Join Emilie at Couleur for her Japanese woodblock printing workshop and learn new skills from a professional.

Woodblock printing is one of the oldest printmaking techniques and it’s a simple way to make unique and replicable prints!

In this class, Emilie will teach you everything to get started with block printmaking with the traditional technique of Japanese woodblock. You will learn to design for print, carve, ink and print your first limited edition of the print. This workshop will give you all the tools and confidence you need to be able to continue your printmaking journey at home.

Woodblock is the perfect material to discover relief printmaking and learn to create beautiful handprints. Emilie’s classes are fun, engaging and adapted to your level!

Embrace your inner artist at this Japanese woodblock printing workshop in Melbourne and finish this class feeling creatively inspired and confident in your newfound skills!


Knowledge required
This is a beginner-friendly class.
 
What you'll get
  • A fun introduction to the basics of block printmaking and the history of woodblock printing
  • Everything you need to start printing in autonomy
  • Your own limited edition of prints and your carved block to take home and print more
  • Option to buy a kit of material to print from home.
What to bring
  • If you have an idea or an image you would like to work on, feel free to bring reference photos or a drawing (square format 10 x 10 cm). Otherwise, Emilie will guide you through designing for print, with many examples to take inspiration from.
  • Just bring clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Suitable for

This class is great for a birthday or hens party.

This would also be a lovely gift for her, gift for mum or birthday gift.

Location

Couleur - 37 Bedford St, Collingwood VIC

Introductory Japanese Woodblock Printing Workshop location
Your teacher
Couleur
Couleur

5.0 (9)

Hi, my name is Emilie Walsh and I'm an artist and educator. I run Couleur, a small printmaking studio in Collingwood (Naarm/Melbourne). Come and learn block printmaking with me: my classes are fun, engaging and adapted to all levels!

I believe artists have a mission to engage, educate and spark joy and curiosity: Couleur is the perfect place to start learning printmaking and gain autonomy to print from home.

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