This one-day workshop introduces participants to the art of woodcut printmaking combined with the technique of chine-collé – using coloured papers during the
printing process to create either a subtle effect or strong splash of colour. Led by experienced Printmaker Joanna Bourne, students will transfer their image onto the block and learn to safely use a range of carving tools, exploring mark-making and creating texture in their design. Once the block has been cut, it will be inked in a choice of colours using rollers, with extra colour and subtle detail added to the print by incorporating thin papers during the printing process. Blocks will be
printed with the use of a baren or wooden spoon, a technique which adds opportunity for a free, creative style of printing.
By the end of the day, each student will have created a small edition of prints and gained the confidence to continue exploring relief printmaking at home.
All materials will be provided, with a cost of £15 payable on the day.
What to expect
Time at ArtisOn is designed to take you away from it all and provide the environment, the time and the guidance you need to create. You can expect a warm welcome, skilled and friendly tutors plus the chance to meet like-minded people keen to share ideas and experiences. You can even leave us to clear up the mess! There will usually be two workshops going on and we encourage everyone to mingle and be nosey about what the other workshop is up to.
Arrive in time to meet other participants over a cup of tea or coffee and biscuits before beginning your session at the appointed time. There will be a mid-morning break for refreshments and a chance to talk over progress with others. Lunch is usually around 12:45 for about 45 mins – you can expect a homemade 2 course lunch. The main course will be delicious but don’t overdo it as the puds are usually worth waiting for! There will be a further afternoon break with the most wonderful cakes from Roots & Fruits Home Bakery, a North Yorkshire micro-bakery producing handmade bread and cakes. All food and refreshments are included in the price of the workshop.
Finish time is given as a target – there are occasions when the session may overrun so do let us know if you need to be away promptly.
We aim for your day to be a real treat… of course you could always learn a new skill in a shed or a draughty village hall with a curly sandwich, but we want you to have more fun than that! So we make it a day being looked after, with good food, good company and great inspiration!
What you’ll need to bring with you
Please bring an apron as printing can be messy. We will be working on A5 blocks,
15 x 21cms, so please bring images, drawings and inspiration to fit this size.
