In this two day workshop led by Mat Pringle you will learn how to create a linocut print using the reduction print technique with registration tabs. The technique allows you to create a linocut from a single block of lino with multiple colours or shades that are accurately registered.
In this workshop you will learn:
- The equipment and tools required to create a reduction print
- How to plan your design with multiple layers/colours
- How to set up your lino plate, paper and registration tabs
- How to print using an etching press
- Some colour mixing and colour blends
- Drying times and techniques to reduce them
By the end of the workshop you will have a small edition of your print (A5 size) to take home and the knowledge to create reduction prints at home.
This workshop does require a basic understanding of the linocut process so is not recommended for beginners. Maximum class size is 6 people.
About the Tutor
Mat Pringle is an illustrator and printmaker who has been creating linocuts for over ten years and specialising in the reduction print method for over five years. As an arts educator he has taught printmaking techniques at the BRIT School for many years and led a variety of workshops throughout the UK often working within community arts programs. He is currently Artist in Residence at Palm Bay Primary School in Margate where he facilitates Art and Printmaking workshops with the children. Commercial clients include Yale Books, CNN, Film 4,BFI, Expedia and ASOS. More of Mat's work can be seen at www.matpringle.co.uk
About the Studio
Hello Print Studio is a professional artist's printmaking studio based at RESORT in Margate. Hello Print Studio has facilities for screenprinting, etching, relief printing and letterpress. It is available to hire on Wednesdays. The studio is on the Dreamland site, near Margate Station and Margate's famous Main Sands. The entrance to the studio is via Dreamland carpark (Belgrave Road)
