Botanical linocut printmaking
Schedule
Mon Sep 23 2024 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
L'Étoile Studio, 18 West St, Bristol BS2 0BH | Bristol, EN
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Join me, local artist Chiara Mensa, for an evening of linocut printmaking inspired by botanical forms. No previous experience is required, making this a great opportunity to try linocut for the first time or to dust off your carving tools after a long break in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.The group size will be small, with a maximum of 8-10 participants to allow you to interact directly with me and get the most out of the workshop experience.
BOOKING
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Tickets are £35pp, all materials included.
Buy your ticket via Headfirst at:
🎟️ https://hdfst.uk/e114166
OVERVIEW
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This three-hour hands-on workshop will see you sketch, carve and print your very own nature-inspired linocut print, ready to be framed or gifted. At the end of the event, you can take your lino block home to continue practising and printing.
✨ What you'll learn and do:
— Mark-making, linocutting and hand printing 101;
— Sketch your design on paper and transfer it onto lino;
— Carve the lino block* using different size tools;
— Ink up your block with quality oil-based relief printmaking inks;
— Hand print your block on acid-free, eco-friendly paper** made from recycled single-use coffee cups.
(*)(**) During our three-hour session, you will receive an A6 lino block (10.5cm x 14.8cm) to carve your design. You will then print the block on A5-sized paper (14.8cm x 21cm). These sizes will allow you to finish your piece, make one or two copies of your design, and still have time to clean up.
✨ What you'll get:
— Access to professional quality premium materials;
— A copy (or two!) of your very own original lino print;
— Your carved lino block which can be reused to create more prints;
All materials, tools, and light refreshments (such as tea, coffee, and water) will be provided, along with an apron to protect your clothes. All you need to do is bring yourself, your creativity and the willingness to get your fingers inky!
While botanical props and reference books will be available during the event to inspire you to sketch your design, feel free to bring any personal sketch or reference image you would like to use.
KEY INFO
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Run by Bristol-based artist Chiara Mensa — follow @chiaramensaart for linocut tips, original prints and updates
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Adults only workshop, 16+
WHEN:
6PM-9PM; you are encouraged to arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure a prompt start.
WHERE:
L'Étoile Studio, 18 West St, Bristol BS2 0BH. 15-20 minutes walk from Temple Meads Station and Central Bus Station.
PARKING:
On-street parking is available (and FREE after 5pm!) or use parking centres nearby.
ACCESSIBILITY:
The space is accessible to wheelchair users, but unfortunately not the toilet.
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Where is it happening?
L'Étoile Studio, 18 West St, Bristol BS2 0BH, 18 West Street, Bristol, BS2 0BH, United Kingdom,Bristol, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
