We run printmaking courses covering a range of lithographic processes, including Stone, Zinc plate, and Photolithography.
They are aimed at beginners and intermediate level and conducted in small groups for artists interested in exploring these different print mediums.
ZINC PLATE LITHOGRAPHY
Zinc plate lithography begins with a drawing on a specially prepared zinc plate, using lithographic drawing materials, that is processed chemically, and the treated plate can then be inked up repeatedly to create multiple prints.
Knowledge required:
Suitable for beginners or as a refresher
No prior printmaking knowledge required
What you will learn:
Preparation of a Zinc litho plate
How to create your image on the metal plate (using different mark-making possibilities of the traditional drawing materials)
Preparing the plate for printing
Registering your image
Selecting and mixing colour ink
Printing your plate on an offset press using rubber composition rollers to create a small print edition
What to bring:
Just yourself, a sketchbook or visual ideas to get you started, and a packed lunch!
All materials will be supplied
How to book:
One day course, maximum four places. 10.30-5 pm
£95 pp
Contact me to arrange your booking
STONE LITHOGRAPHY
Stone lithography is the oldest form of lithography and prized by artists as a unique print medium for well over 200 years. By drawing on a specially prepared limestone block using lithographic drawing materials, the stone is processed chemically, and can then be inked up repeatedly to create multiple prints.
Knowledge required:
Suitable for beginners or as a refresher
No prior printmaking knowledge is required
What you will learn:
Preparation of a litho stone (cleaning a stone)
How to create your image on the stone and the drawing possibilities of lithographic materials
Preparing the stone for printing (chemistry of stone litho)
Registering your image
Selecting and mixing colour.
Printing your stone on an offset press and how to create a small edition
What to bring:
Just yourself, a sketchbook or visual ideas to get you started, and a packed lunch!
All materials will be supplied
How to book:
One day course, maximum four places. 10.30-5 pm
£95 pp
Contact me to arrange your booking
PHOTO LITHOGRAPHY
Working on a piece of specialist plastic film called TrueGrain, which is designed for photolithography, you will create your artwork using a range of traditional lithographic drawing materials, exploring different mark-making options with crayon and liquid wash effects. The film can be manipulated, reworked and revised until you are happy to expose it onto a pre-sensitised aluminium plate using a UV exposure unit. This plate will then be printed on the offset press to create multiple prints in a single colour.
Knowledge required:
Suitable for beginners or as a refresher
No prior printmaking knowledge required
What you will learn:
Preparation and drawing on a True Grain photo film
Placing your True Grain film on a photo litho plate and UV-exposing
Registering your image
Selecting and mixing colour ink
Printing your plate on an offset press with rubber composition rollers to create a small print edition
What to bring:
Just yourself, a sketchbook or visual ideas to get you started, and a packed lunch!
All materials will be supplied
How to book:
One day course, maximum four places. 10.30-5 pm
£95 pp
Contact me to arrange your booking
