‘Jigsaw’ linocut printing workshop

 

Learn how to make a two or three-colour linocut print using the jigsaw technique.

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When I first started printmaking I used the jigsaw method to create multi-coloured prints. ​The jigsaw technique means that your design can be inked in multiple colours and printed in one go.

 

What you will learn

• Understand how to create a simple two-colour jigsaw print.

• Develop a clear understanding of the steps needed to plan, design and carve a successful print. 

• Hand burnish a print using SoftCut lino and oil-based inks.  

• Take home a print that you can frame. 

• During the day you will learn about the process, then carve and print your design.

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There will be space and equipment for four ink colours. I will suggest using two tones of blue and two tones of green for the day. Other colours will be available if everyone in the group is happy with them. 

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During the morning you learn about materials and tools, cut and print a test print and then plan your
final design. In the afternoon you cut and print your chosen design.

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Location

Workshops will be held in my studio in Holgate, York. Free on-street parking. Bikes can be stored securely.

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Duration

10am – 4pm.  Arrive anytime from 9.30am for a 10am start. 

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Workshop cost

£90 per person including materials, drinks and homemade cake. 

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Workshop size

Maximum of four students per workshop, so that you get lots of one-to-one teaching.

 

Refreshments 

Tea, herbal teas and coffee. We’ll have tea and homemade cake together to round off the day. Please bring a packed lunch.

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Previous experience

Suitable for people that have been to my Introduction to linocut printing workshop or are confident in making a one-colour linocut print.

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Please bring with you

Before the workshop have a think about the image you would like to design and linocut. This could be a favourite landscape photo, flower or tree image. Please bring some inspiration, Pinterest mood board or sketches along on the day. Ideas to follow will also be available on the day if needed.

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Materials and equipment

Lino cutting equipment will be provided for each student to use on the day. A reasonable amount of paper and ink will also be provide.

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Suitable clothing

I use oil-based inks which will stain clothing. Please wear old clothes. Aprons and plastic gloves will be provided.

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How to book

Contact me to book. The full payment is required to book.  

 

Cancellations

If you need to cancel your place on a course please get in touch.

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Cancellations up to one month notice: You will be offered a place on one of my other workshops or a refund of 50% of the workshop fee. 

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Cancellations less than one month notice: Unfortunately I am unable to offer refunds if the period of notice given is less than one month. 

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If your workshop is cancelled due to rare unforeseen circumstances I will work with you to rearrange an alternative date that is mutually suitable. If this isn’t suitable, a full refund will be given.

 

Terms and conditions

Please read the workshops section in terms and conditions.

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Covid-19 info 

Everyone's safety is my main priority. I have put in place a number of changes to ensure that everyone is fully informed and feels comfortable in my studio. Please read  Workshops - Covid-19 information before booking. 

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Wait list

If you would like to join my waitlist for cancellations please get in touch.

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Private workshops

Available for a group of 4 friends or family. A one day workshop for up to 4 adults is £360. This includes materials, drinks and homemade cake. Please contact me for available dates for private linocut and bespoke workshop bookings.

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Gift vouchers

Do you know someone that would enjoy a workshop experience as a gift?

Vouchers and gift cards are available. Please get in touch for details.

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Privacy policy

I will never sell your data and I promise to keep your details secure. I will only contact you about the workshop. By providing your details you agree to being contacted by me.

For further details of how your details are used and stored see my ‘Privacy policy’.

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Get in touch

If you have any questions please email me and I will call you back.

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Previous workshops

See more images from my follow on 'Jigsaw' linocut printing workshops in my linocut workshops blogs. 

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