This course offers you the opportunity to try out a
variety of techniques for printing by hand that can easily be done at home,
expanding on basic linocutting techniques into layering and colour.
We will start with a quick refresher of linocutting techniques
before making a simple registration device to use throughout the week.
We will then look at working in layers…..designing for a
multi-layer linoprint; layering using
polystyrene as a printing plate; cutting
multiple plates; & creating interesting backgrounds using the back of the
plate for simple monoprinting.
For those wishing to expand their skills further there will be the
opportunity to have a go at a reduction plate too!
We will be exploring colour using blends & rainbow rolls, spot
colour, and masks, as well as cutting up our plates to make jigsaw prints and
freeform layering.
We will cover :-Tools & materials (working on easy-cut lino); Creating a design and transferring it to the
lino (the tutor will bring some designs along for you to work from if you don't
wish to create your own) ; Safe and easy
cutting techniques; Inking &
printing methods .
This technique is
particularly suitable for cards, small art prints, & works on paper and can
be used to create strong graphic images or more complex layered prints using
simple process that look like you've done something complicated!
We will produce a whole
batch of prints with the emphasis on experimenting and 'having a go!' There will be step-by-step demonstrations, followed by time to explore
the different processes at your own pace.
PLEASE NOTE:All inks used during this workshop are water-soluble- all cleaning up is
done with soap & water but please bring barrier cream or gloves if you know
you have an allergy to any of these materials.
Useful Books (copies of these will be available to look
at during the course)
Handmade Prints (Anne Desmet); Printmaking for Beginners (Jane
Stobart);
Practical Mixed Media Printmaking (Sarah Riley);
Students 'To Bring' List:
Sketchbook / photos / ideas / inspiring objects
to work from (the tutor will also provide templates to work from if you prefer)
Old apron or shirt
Pencil, biro, notebook
If you have your own linocutting tools and a
roller feel free to bring them, however the tutor will provide all the
equipment you need to borrow during the class.
Please bring your glasses if you need them for
close-up work!
All printing materials, paper, inks etc will be
provided by the tutor
