Linocut Is Easy (Weekend)

This two day workshop is for anyone who would like to learn about relief printing by making a linocut print which can be used for cards, illustration, textile design or small print editions.

Who is this course aimed at?

This workshop is aimed at illustrators, textile designers and printmakers of other disciplines

What will I take away from the course?

You will complete the course with the confidence to design a simple drawing for a linocut print, transfer it to the block, cut it and print it onto paper.

What are the key topics the course will cover?

• How to transfer a drawing onto a linocut block
• Safe cutting techniques using the sharp tools
• How to take a 'dry' pencil rubbing to monitor the block cutting
• Creating and using a registration jig
• The technique of rolling ink thinly onto the blocks
• Pulling the print using a Baren

What will I achieve?

• How to draw a design suitable for a black & white linocut print
• How to use the linocut tools correctly to make a variety of marks which will then have an influence on the designs drawn for the linocut block
• How to use a brayer to roll the ink very thinly, enabling you to pull a good print
• You will discover why it is important to use the correct paper designed to bring out the best in your relief prints

How will the course be taught?

Through tutor led demonstrations and practical hands-on activities

Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and older