Workshops

Come and join me for a fun, relaxing day of lino printing in a small group of 4 in my home and studio in Maidenhead, Berkshire. No art background or printing experience is needed.

This is an introductory workshop on paper, aimed at the absolute beginner, or those who might have dabbled at school and forgotten it all! The group is kept small so that I can help you as much as you need.

You never know, maybe you’ll catch the lino printing bug like me!

What does the day involve?

The morning…

We will start the day by looking at an overview of lino printing and practise simple carving techniques and mark making together on a scrap piece of lino (I use the traditional grey lino as it cuts easily, I love it). This part will be at my kitchen table.

You will then plan a print from a drawing or photo of your choice (you can trace this if you’re not confident drawing from scratch). Then we’ll transfer your design onto lino.

We’ll talk about which bits to carve away and which bits to print (sometimes the hardest part to get your head around!)

Following all that tuition you can sit and enjoy a relaxing couple of hours carving your block (with some nice chilled music, a hot drink and biscuits of course!)

After lunch…

After a short break for a packed lunch we’ll get to the messy, fun bit, printing in my garden studio! All by hand, the old fashioned way (with inks, rollers and the back of a wooden spoon or a burnishing tool).

You will come away with up to five prints (depending how speedily you work!) to frame or gift as a card perhaps.

Tea, coffee and biscuits are complimentary, but please bring a packed lunch. 

All materials, equipment, paper and inks are provided.

What do I need to bring with me?

• An apron (or an old shirt will do)
• A drawing or photo measuring 20 x 15cm that you would like to work from. Any theme goes: landscapes, portraits, botanical themes, still life, pet portraits: you can print whatever you would like to have on your wall at home! 
• Packed lunch

Lino printing workshop cost: £85 per person.

Please visit my shop to book a place on one of the workshop dates below.

Or let me know if you would like to book a group on a different date.

Dates for 2025:

Thursday, 19th June, 10 – 4pm – 4 spaces

Tuesday, 15th July, 10 – 4pm – 4 spaces

More dates coming soon…

Go to my shop to book a space today!

Over 18’s only