First Steps Into Printmaking (Wednesday Evening)

About this course

The course introduces intaglio printmaking progressively, beginning with drypoint before moving on to etching and aquatint. Demonstrations explain the processes and the distinction between non-acidic and acidic techniques. Learners develop their own work using source material such as drawings or photographs, with one-to-one feedback focused on their individual strengths and interests. The course takes place in an intaglio printmaking studio with specialist facilities.

What you'll learn

• Distinguish between non-acidic drypoint and acidic etching processes.
• Develop technical and artistic skills in intaglio printmaking.

Is this course right for you?

The course is suitable for beginners and welcomes learners with different levels of printmaking and art experience. The level label indicates that participants may be working at varied stages, while teaching is structured around demonstrations and individual feedback. Learners work on their own printmaking projects and bring source material to develop during the course.

• Suitable for learners at all levels of printmaking and art experience.
• Combines step-by-step demonstrations with one-to-one feedback.

Before you go

• Bring source material such as drawings, photographs, a sketchbook or notebook.
• Bring a pair of gloves and an apron. Gloves and other materials can also be bought in the studio or college shop.
• A studio fee of £16.80 covers basic materials. Paper and plates are charged separately as they are used.