Workshop Title: Explore a Career in Printmaking Workshop -Lino – 2 hour taster session.
Workshop: This course is for anyone interested starting to learn about the process of making a lino cut.
On this 2-hour taster course you will be introduced to different ways of cutting and printing a linocut. You will be introduced to how to cut lino safely and how to make a reduction print. You will be introduced to a range of specialist printmaking skills to help you understand what is possible using this technique. The course opens up the possibility of using arts and craft to socialise, as a career change and/or as basis for enterprise or self-employment.
Who is the course for?
This course is suitable for beginners and to those with more experience.
Do you gain any qualifications?
No – this course is not accredited.
Do you need to be interviewed or assessed before enrolling on the course?
No
What will you learn?
• You will learn a range of specialist printmaking techniques related to linocut.
• You will learn and explore different ways of making and printing a linocut.
• You will explore different inking and printing techniques.
• You will learn what is possible using this technique.
• You will be introduced to mixing and working with different colours.
• Have 1:1 help with the development of ideas and for support.
• Explore ways to use your work look at options of enterprise opportunities.
• Develop research skills and ideas.
• Through a range of demonstrations
Youe will learn;
• Introduction to the process and make practical experiments using different materials.
Essential equipment and resources
• an apron,
• A4 size folder
• notebook and pen
Optional equipment and resources
• Basic drawing materials
What next?
• You can enrol onto many of the beginners and improver creative courses available. Please see our prospectus and website for the full list of courses available.
Please arrive 10 minutes before the start.
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