Why Study This Course?
Discover the exciting world of linocut printmaking in this intensive three-day beginners’ course. Designed for those with little or no previous experience, the course will guide you through the complete process of creating original relief prints, from developing a design to producing finished editions.
You will learn how to design, carve and print your own lino blocks using a range of traditional printmaking techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to print both by hand and using our beautiful Columbia Press, experiencing the unique qualities and possibilities of each method.
Through demonstrations, practical exercises and individual guidance, you will develop confidence in using printmaking tools safely and creatively while exploring line, texture, pattern and colour.
By the end of the course, you will have produced a small portfolio of original prints and gained the skills needed to continue your printmaking journey.
• Understand the principles of relief printmaking and linocut processes.
• Use lino-cutting tools safely and effectively.
• Create and transfer designs suitable for linocut printing.
• Carve a lino block using a variety of marks, textures and cutting techniques.
• Ink and print lino blocks using both hand-printing methods and the Columbia Press.
• Produce a range of unique prints.
• Experiment with colour printing techniques.
• Evaluate and develop their own creative ideas through printmaking.
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on the start date of the course.
Suitable for beginners
Learners will be assessed through continuous tutor observation, practical exercises, discussion, experimentation and the completion of printed outcomes. Progress will be measured against the course learning outcomes, taking into account individual starting points and personal aims. Opportunities for self-reflection and peer feedback will support learners in evaluating and developing their work throughout the course.
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