You will be building up an image by applying a variety of inking methods to create a print using an etching press. You will be taught how to think in layers, and you will be introduced to ways of using a combination of transparent and opaque colours. You will gain knowledge of colour mixing, ink viscosity and printing techniques.

On this course, you will have the chance to create a minimum of two series of monotype prints. You will have gained confidence in your printmaking skills and thinking in layers using colour.

This is part of a series of four monotype printing courses that can be taken as a group or individually.

Included

The College will provide some polycarbonate clear sheet, a variety of quality printing papers, including some Japanese printing paper, newsprint and tissue paper per student, plus some black, white and primary coloured inks to share amongst the group.

What students need to bring

• An apron
• A Sketchbook, up to A3 in size
• Drawing pencils and your favourite drawing tools
• Brushes: a variety of sizes, ideally acrylic stiff brushes
• One or two plastic push knives or painting knives
• Things to make marks with, such as old combs and old plastic loyalty cards, for example

Additional information

Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).

Daily Timetable

Course teaching 11am–5.15pm
Students arrive 10.30am-11am (coffee optional)  
Morning teaching 11am-1pm
Lunch break between 1pm-2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon teaching 2pm-5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes 5.15pm  
 

Short courses are open to anyone aged 18 and over. The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the ‘Materials to bring’ section.

Refreshments

Coffee and tea are included in the course fee, but you will need to bring lunch with you to eat in the refreshments room. There are also plenty of other local venues to purchase food.

Access

If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected] This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.

Safety

Short course students are required to sign a safety compliance form as part of West Dean Health and Safety regulations.

Refunds and cancellations

Please refer to our terms & conditions below.

Disclaimer

The information given is accurate at the time of publication. However, West Dean College reserves the right to cancel or amend courses if circumstances require.

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