Join lino printer Katy Upton on this half day workshop to learn the craft of lino printing.

In this relaxed and friendly workshop you will learn the basics of linocut printmaking with expert guidance of Katy. The workshop will begin with a talk about the different tools, materials and equipment used for linocut printmaking. Katy will discuss how to safely handle and use the carving tools, as well as carving techniques. You will start by carving with the different tools and experimenting with mark making to gain confidence before working on your chosen design.

Young children will be able to work with safe print foam rather than lino blocks if preferred. Katy can demonstrate how to use a variety of household objects to make marks in the foam, and to create a design.

With multiple demonstrations from Katy, you will learn how to transfer your design to the lino block. You will then carve your design and ink up the block to print. You will try printing your design, both by hand burnishing and using a press. Katy will have a selection of her linocut prints for you to see, along with some carved lino blocks to help you understand the process.

By the end of the workshop you will have an understanding of the fundamentals of lino print making and be able to print a small single colour edition of your design. You will have experienced the joy of crafting together, finding some time away from busy day-to-day life.

Tutor: Katy Upton
Date & Time: Saturday 22nd August, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Venue: Brush Studio, New Brewery Arts
Price: £40 (£0.00 VAT)

Please note that this workshop is for children aged 6+ with an accompanying adult. 1 booking per person.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Refreshments are available at our on-site café Blend until 4pm.

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Who is this workshop for?
All skill levels are welcome to attend, but this workshop is aimed at complete beginners – no previous experience necessary and a great way to explore a creative practise with your child.

What you will need:
Please bring an apron or wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.

All materials and equipment will be provided. You may wish to bring some ideas, printouts/sketches of what you would like to carve and print.

Accommodation: 
Residential option available. Find out about our accommodation, costs and how to book here.

Meet Your Tutor - katy upton

Katy is a printmaker creating original, hand printed linocut prints, cards and gifts. She sketches original designs, transfers them onto lino blocks, carves them by hand and prints them by hand using relief printmaking inks and a press or baren. Katy runs Letters & Lino, working from her garden studio in Gloucestershire and is inspired by the surrounding nature and changing seasons.

Katy has recently begun offering workshops in linocut printmaking for both adults and children, and loves watching people who have stepped nervously into the room having never tried linoprinting walk out with a beautiful edition of prints they are proud of, and a big smile on their face! She is always fascinated by the variety of designs her students create, all using the same medium.