Introduction to Printmaking

When & Where

22 May 2023 - 26 June 2023 ( 17.5 hours, 5 weeks )
Afternoon, Monday
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Chelsea Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Late starts accepted
Tutor Daniela Rizzi
Course Code C22FATB09F
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

You will learn to work in the light and well-equipped studio with specialist facilities and develop ideas and imagery into a portfolio of creative prints. This course combines structured teaching and informal workshop time and is designed as part of a year’s programme but can also be taken individually. The yearly course structure offers returnees the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in a wide range of techniques and the opportunity to join higher level printmaking courses the following year.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

By the end of each course you will have gained a good overview of the printmaking media
during the Autumn term we will be covering aspects of Drypoint, Collagraph, Linocut, Monoprint
during the Winter and Spring terms we will be exploring aspects of Traditional Etching and Photo Etching.
Students can also work on their independent projects in their preferred print techniques if they have sufficient printmaking experience and will be supported by the tutor with their aims.

Cost

Full fee

£175

Concession fee

£133

Class format and activities

Each printmaking technique is taught by demonstration, one-to-one and group tutorials encouraging each student’s personal strengths and interests. To ensure you make the best possible progress on your course you will have regular feedback from your tutor in a constructive and supportive environment. Final prints can be submitted for our ‘Summer Printmaking Exhibition’ in July when we enjoy a lively Private View to celebrate the work created during the year on all our courses.

Entry requirements

These classes are aimed at beginners and those who wish to re-fresh their printmaking skills.

What you need to know before you enrol

The Printmaking Studio is at the Morley Chelsea Centre, Hortensia Road SW10 in the Carlyle building, room CG05 on the ground floor. The building is shared with the Royal Ballet School and is adjacent to the main college building. The college is located just off the Kings Rd and Fulham Rd nearest tube/train/overground stations: Fulham Broadway/Earls Court/West Brompton 10min walk, Imperial Wharf 15min walk, 10min bus ride no14/414 from South Kensington Underground Station

What you need

You need to bring: a sketchbook and some art equipment such as pencils, eraser, a range of brushes, Stanley knife, scissors and apron. There is a studio fee of £9 payable each term to the tutor which covers basic materials, except paper and plates which you pay extra for as you use them. All materials are available to buy in the studio. If you have further questions about the course, the tutor Daniela Rizzi can be contacted at: daniela.rizzi@morleycollege.ac.uk

What you can do next

These courses give an opportunity to build a portfolio of prints to assist progression to our more advanced printmaking courses or other art courses such as foundation or degree.