Printmaking (C-) ONLINE (BE09G19E)

Course overview

As a student with some experience of printmaking, you will learn and develop the skills and techniques that you need to produce unique and editioned handmade prints.

This is a continuation of the course that started in the Autumn Term. Please contact the ACRES office to enquire about spaces if you have not previously enrolled on this course.

Where This is an online course.

When Monday, 10:00am - 12:30pm from 11th May 2020 until 22nd June 2020 for 6 weeks.

25th May 2020 (Half term holiday)

Cost The full fee is £122.00.


Additional Costs
The course fee includes inks, tools, quickprint, lino and other materials. Paper will be available to purchase from the tutor. To avoid unnecessary cost please do not purchase any materials or text books until you are certain that your course will run. Course decisions are normally made a week prior to the course start date. Course fees over £115 can be paid in one single payment at enrolment or in instalments by Standing Order. Please contact the office for details.

During the course

This is an online course which will be taught in real time using a video platform (usually Google Meet), supported by other online resources. To ensure you get the most out of the course and can fully participate in the sessions you will interact with your tutor and other students through speaking,
listening and the chat function, as well as being able to see each other via the video links, though you can turn off your camera and microphone at any time. You will therefore need to have access to
either a laptop, computer or portable device (eg tablet or phone) (this ideally needs to be less than 5 years old), with a camera / webcam and microphone, as well as a good broadband / Wi-Fi connection.

Though not a prerequisite, we would advise that you create a separate email account for your online learning prior to the start of the course and let the ACRES' Office and your tutor know the address.This will be more secure and also allow you to share your email address with other students on thecourse to enhance your learning experience, without disclosing your personal information.

Please note that this course has been converted from the previously advertised classroom based
course and whilst we will endeavour to deliver the subject as outlined in the Course Information Sheet content may need to be adapted or changed to ensure you receive the best possible learning
experience. Your tutor will give you further details and information, including any resources or
equipment you need, prior to the start of the course.

You will be sent more information about your course, including how to join your online sessions, in
due course.

What you already need to know

You will need to have some printmaking experience or have attended the Print Making for All Abilities course.

What you will learn

You will work through a range of printmaking techniques and you will learn how to create single coloured and multi-coloured prints using:

- blockprinting techniques (in Quickprint and Soft-cut)
- collograph techniques (using collaged cardboard blocks)
- linoprinting techniques (with the option of using wood instead of lino)
- monotyping techniques

How you will learn it

You will learn and develop your printmaking skills as you work through the different techniques. Your learning will be supported by tutor demonstration, practical work, individual tuition, and through discussing and sharing ideas with other students within the group.

You will be given the opportunity of following the main course programme or will be supported to establish and undertake personal project work.

Hand-outs will be used to enhance your learning and examples of original work as well as a range of artist's books will be on hand to inspire you.

Bring to the first session

Please bring:
- an apron (if required)
- your own supply of latex gloves (if required)
- pencils
- an A4 hardback sketchbook, available from art suppliers, for experimentation, research and planning

Extra study or practice

Over the course your tutor will advise you about different artists or movements which are relevant to your own work and you will be able to carry out your own research and continue to use and develop your workbook at home if you wish to do so.

How to enrol

You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on 01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.

Previous students say

"I've loved learning different print techniques and being able to use them at home without needing lots of equipment." (Chris)

"Actually making prints from day 1. Finding it difficult to make a transfer of thinking from watercolour to block print but it is challenging and exciting." (Alan)

I have absolutely loved the course so far! I feel very proud of my ability to now create prints using different materials." (Lucy)

"I feel much freer to experiment and not be afraid to try mixing materials." (Kathrine)

Next steps within this subject with ACRES

Future steps beyond ACRES

The tutor will be able to provide information about other printmaking courses/workshops that are available in the local area and Brighton (i.e. at both BIP and at Inkspot Press).

Find out about other courses with the National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.

Further information

For further information about other ACRES courses please visit our website at www.acreslearning.org.uk, see our brochure, or alternatively contact a member of the team on 01825 761820.