Introduction to Linocut Printmaking

Free Creative Taster Session for 50 +

This workshop will enable participants to develop an understanding of the basics of printing and leave the workshop with a completed print. During the workshop participants will be introduced to linocuts and can carve and print their own design and are advised to select a simple design to focus on the contrast between light and dark. 

Protective aprons and gloves are available as printing inks can be messy. All materials and tools provided. 

10 am - 1 pm

All places fully booked now

About Castle Park Print Club 

Peter Appleton -  a practicing artist with a First-Class Hons Degree in Fine Art, acts as the groups leader for Castle Park Print Club. 

Castle Park Print Club is a collective of 12 practicing artists that come together to develop their print making skills. The lead member rents a studio at Castle Park Arts Centre and the group pay subs to use the space which is equipped with a variety of printing equipment including a hand press and a flatbed press. The group has been established for 2 years and is self-funded, generating sufficient revenue to cover rental costs and art supplies. 

The club has exhibited collectively and run several workshops which include: 

• Linocuts 

• Gelli Plates 

• Collagraphs 

• Etching 

• Dry point (using recycled plastics and tetra packs)