First Steps in Linocut Printmaking

Working from a pre chosen image, (drawing, design or photograph) participants will learn to carve an A5 linocut and how to print a small edition of original prints.

This course will cover a single block technique where the carved block design remains for you to print again and again.

Using the professional quality equipment and materials at Carousel Print Studio, participants will learn how to print by hand and using a press.

Participants will leave with their hand carved printing block and own original artworks ready to frame!

This course is suitable for beginners.

All materials and equipment will be provided.

Please bring an idea of a simple image or design to draw from or trace.

Your design should fit within an A5 rectangle.

High contrast images work best.

If you are copying a design please check the copyright.

Please wear old clothes as printing can get messy. Aprons will be provided.

You may wish to bring a packed lunch. Teas, coffee and biscuits are provided.

Carousel Print Studio is a not for profit charity based on the ground floor of Yorkshire Art Space, Exchange Place Studios in Sheffield. Carousel provide educational workshops in printmaking and opportunities for creatives in Sheffield, in a bright, warm, accessible and well equipped printmaking studio.

Carousel studio is located on the ground floor just to the left of reception. The doors are widened for ease of access and there is an accessible toilet. If you have any questions regarding access needs please do contact us at [email protected]

Thank you for supporting our charity!

This course is led by Sheffield artist and printmaker Helen Darlington.

A graduate of Sheffield Hallam University,Fine Art. Helen has worked for several of the areas visual art institutions including Cupola Gallery, The Art House Wakefield and Site Gallery.

For the last ten years Helen has traded as Robin’s Room. Making and selling fine linen home wares hand printed with her own intricate linocut designs.

Helen's work can be found on Instagram at robins_room or on not on the high street

Refund policy- All courses are non refundable

If the course is cancelled? In the unlikely event the course is cancelled by Carousel Print Studio, a full refund will be issued or if you prefer you can be transferred to another course.

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Concessions - concessionary rates are available for those in receipt of benefits, please contact carousel at [email protected]

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