Introduction to Linocut Workshop

$545 (materials included)

11th, 12th and 13th June 2025

10 am to 3 pm each day

You will be designing and printing two linocuts in this three day class: a single colour print and a colour reduction print of three or four layers. The course will cover all aspects of linocut from design idea to finished print. The emphasis in this class is on developing good all round skills for designing, cutting and printing lino. You will explore the difference between designing for a one colour print and a colour reduction print; learning how design, mark making and cutting creates balance and visual strength in monotone and colour work

You will use safe wash oil based ink for this class and I will give some helpful guidance on colour mixing and the impact colour choices have on reduction prints. There will be tips on mixing and managing your ink to avoid waste. We will also discuss the pros and cons of water-based, oil-based and safe wash ink as part of the class along with how to use additives like drier and tack reducer. All courses include a comprehensive sharpening class.

What to bring
All tools and materials needed for the course are supplied and included in the booking fee

Breaks and refreshments
I will provide tea, coffee and biscuits throughout the day. I do not provide lunch, but there is a wide range of places to eat or buy food locally, and you are welcome to eat in the studio area and in the garden

Terms and conditions
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Additional information
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