Experimental Linocut workshop (weekend)

In this two day workshop you will explore experimental approaches to linocut, under the expert guidance of Nick Morley (aka Linocutboy). Taking a playful approach, you will discover new ways to carve, ink and print. Participants should come with an open mind about what they will produce during the workshop.

In this workshop, non-traditional techniques are encouraged. Through trial and error and collaboration you will learn about:

• Mark making with gouges and non-traditional tools
• A variety of unusual inking techniques
• Using materials to partially remove ink ( blotting, selective wiping, impressing etc)
• Creating textures through the inking and printing processes.
• Printing with and without a press.
• Layering colours.
• Working with colour blends.
• Working with metallic inks and a variety of papers.

This workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some previous experience. Maximum class size is 6 people.

About the Tutor

Nick Morley has been making linocuts for twenty years and has many years of teaching experience. He is the author of two books: Linocut for Artists and Designers (2016) and Linocut: Learn in a Weekend (2023). More of Nick's work can be seen at www.linocutboy.com

About the Studio

Hello Print Studio is an artist-run printmaking studio based at RESORT in Margate. Hello Print Studio has facilities for etching, relief printing and letterpress. The studio is located at 24 Clarendon Road, Margate CT9 2QL