Adult Summer Workshop

Drypoint Printmaking

  • Cost

    £65

  • Tutor

    Frances Whitfield

  • Duration

    1 Day

  • Date

    8th August

An expansive shot of the folly lane print workshop. Lots of students are in there working away. The room is bright with big windows on one side of the room.

Discover the expressive art of drypoint printmaking in this creative, hands-on workshop.

Overview


Join us for a creative, hands-on day exploring the beautiful and expressive technique of drypoint printmaking. Perfect for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills, this workshop will guide you through the process of creating your own original prints using traditional intaglio methods.

You’ll learn how to design, etch, ink, and print your image using specialist tools and an etching press — taking home a series of unique prints at the end of the day. Come and get inky in a relaxed, supportive setting and unlock a new creative skill!

A variety of different coloured inks spread onto a glass plate with the corresponding palette knives sat beside.
An example of drypoint prints. One is green with angular patterns and one is a portrait of Vincent Van Gogh.
Photo of a woman with brown hair painting on a wall.

About the Tutor

Frances graduated with a BA hons in illustration in 2011 and has been working as an artist since then. She currently runs the Folly Lane Print Workshop.

See more of Frances's work

FAQs

All materials will be provided including inks, printing plates, paper, rollers, and drypoint tools. You may want to bring a sketchbook for taking notes, and you can buy one from our college shop if you want to. 

Make sure to bring some water, and dress appropriately for using college equipment (for example, no open-toed shoes and long hair tied back when using workshop equipment)

Feeling inspired?

Spaces are limited. Book your place today!

A wide shot of the Folly Lane Print workshop. Various students are working at different workstations throughout the workshop. The room is filled with old fashioned printing presses, ink stations and is flooded with natural light from big windows.

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