Multiblock Linocut - Intermediate Level

The art of printing several colours by carving multiple coordinating plates

Please contact me to enquire about availability.

This intermediate workshop is designed for students who have already attended a beginner's workshop or those who are fairly confident at carving (you will need to carve 2 blocks with relative ease, speed and accuracy).

In this workshop, you will be guided through all the stages of making a multiblock print, from designing, planning layers, making a registration system, carving 2 plates and experimenting with inking techniques to create different effects.  

All the tools and equipment will be provided. The workshop is designed to teach you the techniques for multiblock printing with plenty of time for experimentation and asking questions, so that you will leave with the skills to take your own printmaking practice further.

You will take home your registration system, all the prints and blocks you make on the day, as well as an extensive information sheet of the many printmaking equipment options available.  [*I will not provide any tools to take home*]

What this course includes: 

• friendly tuition in a homely environment
• all course materials to make a print you are proud of
• tea, fresh coffee and biscuits throughout the workshop
• an information sheet on good basic linocut equipment and suppliers

What to bring: 

• Please wear old clothes that you don't mind getting inky (or an old apron).
• You may wish to bring a packed lunch - fridge / microwave / cutlery can be provided. 
• You are very welcome to bring your own designs / sketches - simple black & white images work best. 
• If you already own carving tools you can bring these along if you want to learn new skills with familiar tools.

The Practicalities: 

Time: 10am to 4pm  

Location:  central Maidstone, Kent (address will be provided upon booking)
Parking: Free parking on the road (please allow time to find parking spaces).  
Refreshments: Tea / coffee / biscuits provided throughout the workshop. Please bring your own lunch.