All classes are held at the Bath Artist Printmakers' studio in Larkhall. To enrol or for further information about a course please email the tutor directly. N.B. Click the months below to see later courses.
The ancient art of Woodcut (on plankwood) and Wood Engraving (on end grain hardwood) can be learned or expanded on in this one day course. You can try one or both techniques.
You will be able to cut or engrave a block to your own design, and take prints on good quality paper.
A course for beginners or more experienced printmakers.
The Cyanotype was developed in the early 1840’s when photographic processes were still evolving.
This method of printmaking is an inexpensive, quick and safe method of producing ‘copies’ of prints.
This is a playful class where you will learn how to make prints from found and natural objects.
Classes are kept small to ensure everyone can experiment with this fun and rewarding process, work at their own pace and produce a small collection of prints. You are welcome to bring found and natural objects with you to the class to use in your prints.
Suitable for those who have some knowledge of carving.
A playful class with ‘nature’ as your inspiration.
Green and Black ink will be provided in this class and two lino blocks measuring 10cm x 10cm.
Sketch, carve, be imaginative, ink and print.
This class is your own - you decide what you would like to focus on. We will draw from nature, looking closely at pattern, texture, form, shape, line before developing your design to create a two colour print.
**Please bring an object that represents nature to the class and any extra papers that you would like to print onto.
***ONLY TWO PLACES REMAINING***
Suitable for Beginners and Intermediate Level
Exploring the theme of ‘Self in Nature’, a brief will be presented to you prior to the class. Tackle it as you please – be as imaginative as you like. You will work on two lino blocks A5 in black & white or colour.
Design consultancy prior to the class available and strongly advised.
** A drawing day is possible Sunday 13th July – enquire within.
A flash class in Linocut! Beginners welcome.
Learn the basic process of linocut printmaking in a day – you will prepare your design for linocut and carve with confidence. You will learn how to apply ink to your lino block and print with a pinch press.
You will complete a small collection of prints and take home your carve lino block.
Hands on class with a wealth of tips!
A class suitable for beginners or those wishing to revisit the process.
Etching is a printmaking process involving a metal plate and using acid to corrode its surface. Ground is applied and areas will resist - in this way a design will appear.
You will create a design of line and a range of marks.
You will be guided through the whole process of traditional etching from beginning to end. You will be show how to apply ground, make marks, how to safely handle acid, apply ink and print with a Rochat Printmaking Press.
You will take home a small collection of prints.
This is a hands-on practical class.