This course will cover a wide range of simple printmaking techniques, beginning with experimental approaches using everyday items and those found in nature; how to create a collagraph, use monoprinting, press printing, culminating in block and relief printing methods including rainbow inking, reduction and jigsaw lino cutting to create multi colour prints.
The course is split into easily manageable tutor-supported sessions, enabling each person to create their own set of prints, inspired by the landscape and environment of Flatford Mill.
There are also many different effects that can be achieved by combining different techniques and printing on prepared surfaces.
Tutor: Sue Wieck
Sue Wieck originally trained as a textile designer. She began watercolour painting over 20 years ago, continuing to develop her own distinctive style, mainly working directly from the landscape. She has been teaching art to both adults and younger students for over 36 years, during which time she was also Art Adviser for Bexley Education Authority. Sue works directly from life to produce paintings which express the light and shade in landscape. Her work is mainly on full-size heavy watercolour paper, as she enjoys using a variety of large brushes. This gives her the freedom to experiment with skies and express mood, which is a very different approach to that of many other watercolour painters. Her style is loose and not too detailed. Her themes include interesting old buildings, seascapes, bleak landscapes and tree studies, as well as fish and animals. For more information and examples of her work, please follow this link: http://suewatercolours.wordpress.com/What's Included
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Expert Tuition -
Free Wi-Fi -
Full Board Accommodation -
Hot and Cold Drinks
Before You Attend
What to Bring
The course is open to all abilities and needs only a small amount of equipment in order to participate. You will need to bring the following with you:
• A set of Lino cutting tools (Essdee cutting blades, baren and handle set £6.99)
• A roller to apply printing ink (Essdee ink roller £8.25, or similar)
• A large wooden or metal spoon (for burnishing the print block)
• An iPhone or iPad/ sketchbook to record images at the venue
All other items will be supplied by the tutor. A selection of printing paper, inks and printing blocks will be available to purchase as necessary.
About FSC Flatford Mill
We have four buildings that are used for visitor accommodation. Whilst most rooms are either en-suite or have a dedicated bathroom, there are some rooms in The Mill that share showers and toilets at the end of the hall. If this is
un-suitable for you please make the office staff aware upon booking or as soon as possible. Please be aware that you are visiting a Field Centre that caters in the main for school parties; the accommodation is basic and dormitory-style, but warm and comfortable.
Arrival Day
Check-in is between 1400-1800, if you are arriving after 1800 please advise us, so we can ensure you are advised of access codes, room key location, and room location. You will meet the tutor at Dinner, and you will have your first session after Dinner.
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