Printmaking Introducatory course

Supportive, inspiring, and tailored to your pace

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Printmaking for Beginners (6-Week Course)

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Welcome:

Get creative this festive season and learn the beautiful art of printmaking in our Christmas-themed beginners’ course. Over six weeks, you’ll explore different printing techniques while creating a range of handmade seasonal artwork — from greeting cards and gift tags to framed festive prints.

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Duration: 6 weeks (2 hrs/week)

Ideal for: Complete beginners or those looking for a fun, seasonal creative experience.

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Learning Outcomes:

• Learn the basics of printmaking tools, materials, and safety.

• Design and carve simple, effective Christmas-themed prints.

• Explore techniques such as block printing, monoprinting, and stencil printing.

• Print onto different surfaces including paper, card, and fabric.

• Produce a collection of seasonal items for personal use or gifting.​

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Core Modules:

1. Introduction to Printmaking – tools, inks, papers, and festive design ideas.

2. Block Printing Basics – carving and inking a simple Christmas motif.

3. Colour & Layering – creating multi-colour festive prints.

4. Monoprint & Stencil Techniques – experimental textures and backgrounds.

5. Product Creation – printing onto cards, gift tags, and wrapping paper.

6. Final Project – create a matching Christmas stationery set or framed print.

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End-of-Course Outcome:

A complete collection of handmade seasonal prints, cards, and decorative items, along with the skills to continue printmaking at home.

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