Printing – wood block – capture an image

About this course

Participants develop an idea or image into a design for relief printing, then transfer it to a woodblock and carve the image. Guided activities introduce composition, texture, line, contrast and ink application, allowing learners to produce a series of hand-printed works. The course also places woodblock printing in historical context while considering its contemporary possibilities. It concludes with a carved woodblock and a collection of printed images that can provide a foundation for further independent exploration.

What you'll learn

• Develop a design suitable for relief printing
• Transfer an image onto a woodblock
• Carve a woodblock using appropriate techniques
• Apply ink to create hand-printed images
• Use composition, texture, line and contrast in print designs

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended as an introduction to woodblock printing and is suitable for learners who are completely new to printmaking, as well as those who want to extend existing skills. The beginner label suggests an introductory level, with guided practical work throughout.