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Workshops

Workshops

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Drypoint Workshop

£60.00

Description

Sunday 26th April
10:30-13:00

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use drypoint etching tools to create and print from your own plates. We’ll explore a range of mark-making techniques to scratch, score, and draw directly onto the surface of the plate, before inking up and running them through our etching press.

The workshop will be taught by Joanna Lisowiec, an illustrator and designer based in Yorkshire. Known for her bold, textured illustrations, her work often focuses on the beauty of nature and narratives inspired by folklore.

Perfect for beginners or those looking to expand their printmaking skills. This process can be well suited to simple patterns and mark-making, placing importance on the process rather than the participants’ drawing skills. No experience is necessary: we will provide equipment, step-by-step instructions and support.
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Headed Notepaper

£60.00

Description

Saturday 2nd May
10:00-13:00

Design and print a custom headed notepaper using metal type! This is the ideal workshop for stationery addicts or for anyone looking for a unique and thoughtful gift for a friend or loved one. 

In this workshop, you will learn the basics of typesetting, and will receive expert tuition to set a short letterhead in metal type, choosing from a range of attractive typefaces to create an elegant and distinctive effect. You will have the opportunity to proof and print your letterhead on a range of premium papers. Every participant will go away with 10 sheets of beautiful headed paper and matching envelopes.

£60. All materials, including premium papers, are included in the workshop cost, and no prior experience is necessary.
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Introduction to Letterpress - May

£40.00

Description

Saturday 9th May
10:30-12:30

Get to grips with the basics of letterpress printing in this introductory workshop. In this two-hour session, you will get the chance to set a line of metal type, see what it means to lock up a forme, and try your hand printing with a tabletop Adana press. All materials will be supplied, and you will go home with copies of your own hand-printed postcard.

The workshop will be taught by Phil Treble of Muttons & Nuts and Izzy Williamson.

No previous experience is necessary and all equipment and materials will be provided. Please arrive five minutes before the scheduled start time.
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Introduction to Risograph - April

£60.00

Description

Sunday 19th April
10:00-13:00

Get hands on with Risograph printing! In this workshop you’ll learn your way around the analogue basics of the printer and get the chance to transform drawings and collage into two colour prints using the scanner.

The workshop will be taught by Jade Blood. Jade is an Artist and Facilitator who uses printmaking in the expanded field.

No experience is necessary! We provide paper, drawing materials and a helping hand. Please arrive five minutes before the scheduled start time.
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