Explore: printmaking – introduction to processes

About this course

Participants explore several printmaking processes, including monoprint, relief printing through linocut or card, collagraph and basic drypoint. The course uses practical experimentation to investigate mark making, texture, layering, simple colour and the effects of reworking prints. Ideas are developed through repetition and variation, with sketchbooks used to record tests and experiments. Group discussion and informal critique provide opportunities to reflect on the results. The course also considers artworks from different cultures and traditions as references for developing ideas.

What you'll learn

• Create simple prints using monoprint, relief and basic intaglio processes
• Experiment with mark making, texture, layering and simple colour
• Develop print ideas through repetition, variation and reworking
• Record and review experiments using a sketchbook
• Reflect on printmaking decisions through discussion and informal critique

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed at Beginner level and is framed for learners at an introductory stage. It includes practical experimentation alongside group discussion and informal critique. The source does not state whether previous printmaking experience is required.

• Participation includes group discussion and informal critique of work.