This course will introduce you to some of the processes you can access at Leeds Print Workshop and give you the basic skills to continue using them after the course. The tutor will demonstrate:
Monoprinting – using oil based relief printing inks you will produce one-off multicolour prints working with paper stencils and our presses.
Collograph – you will use collage to create images that will be printed using our our presses.
Join our 5 week Introduction to Letterpress Course running on Wednesdays 5th June – 3rd July 6:30 – 9:00pm.
Throughout this short course you’ll learn and explore the process of letterpress using both metal and wood type.
Your tutor will begin by demonstrating how to set type, what all of our letterpress equipment does, and how to print on our galley and Albion presses. Along the way you’ll learn about letterpress history and specialised vocabulary.
Explore a range of exciting portrait processes on this five-week course running over 5 Wednesdays 5th June – 3rd July 10:00am-12:30pm.
During the course you will explore and be guided through a variety of techniques for representing the portrait including drawing, monoprint and painting. You’ll explore chiaroscuro in both drawing and monoprinting, will add decorative elements to your prints and learn how to observe and create accurate facial proportions.
Explore the exciting process of screen printing onto paper on this 5-session introductory course, which will run on Tuesdays 4th June – 2nd July 6:00 – 8:30pm.
For absolute beginners - Have a go at using the tools that are commonly lying around the house that you have no idea how to use!
Duration
5 hours with a 30 minute lunch break. 10am - 3pm. Tea and coffee breaks are optional. Lunch is not provided so please bring lunch with you, there are places nearby to grab some lunch if needed. Please this course is designed for people over 18 years old. We now run Young Makers courses for under 18's full listings can be found on Eventbrite.
Where is the course run?
For absolute beginners - Have a go at using the tools that are commonly lying around the house that you have no idea how to use!
Duration
5 hours with a 30 minute lunch break. 10am - 3pm. Tea and coffee breaks are optional. Lunch is not provided so please bring lunch with you, there are places nearby to grab some lunch if needed. Please this course is designed for people over 18 years old. We now run Young Makers courses for under 18's full listings can be found on Eventbrite.
Where is the course run?
A one day course developing the skills you have learned from our 'Introduction to Woodwork - Hand Tools 1' course, as well as expanding tool knowledge and skills.
Duration
5 hours with a 30 minute lunch break. 10am - 3pm. Tea and coffee breaks are optional. Lunch is not provided so please bring lunch with you, there are places nearby to grab some lunch if needed.
Where is the course run?
Leeds Wood Recycling Warehouse, Unit 6, 24 Croydon Street, Holbeck, Leeds, LS11 9RT
What skill level should I be?
Learning methods of drawing and painting from observation, you will develop ideas of composition, lighting the subject, and various painting techniques. There will also be an introduction to colour mixing, and how to match colour naturally using a limited palette.
By the end of the session you will have completed a full still life painting, and will receive guidance and tuition throughout the day to develop your own creative approach. The workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some experience.
Please note - this workshop is only suitable for adults 18+
Under the careful guidance of Luke, you will study old master paintings to gain an insight into how they used light and shadow to create atmosphere, depth, and emotion within the portrait.
Over the course of the day, you will complete a portrait painting through developing your observational drawing skills, your painting technique, and your understanding of colour and colour mixing.
You will gain a strong understanding of light and shadow, proportion, and bringing your own individual expression to the portrait, with guidance and tuition along the way.
Under the careful guidance of Luke, you will study old master paintings to gain an insight into how they used light and shadow to create atmosphere, depth, and emotion within the portrait.
Over the course of the day, you will complete a portrait painting through developing your observational drawing skills, your painting technique, and your understanding of colour and colour mixing.
You will gain a strong understanding of light and shadow, proportion, and bringing your own individual expression to the portrait, with guidance and tuition along the way.