Introduction to Multiplate Lino

Join printmaker Jeremy Speck in the studio for a one-day lino workshop. We will look at the unique properties of linocut printmaking, taking you through the design stage to exploring multiplate techniques. 

We will:

– Learn the essential tools and materials for linocut
– Explore how to develop and translate your image into a linocut block
– Understand how to carve safely and print effectively

About the Tutor

Jeremy has over ten years experience teaching linocutting at Double Elephant Print Workshop where he is the principal relief print tutor (linocut & letterpress) and a Director. He has successfully guided many beginners, as well as advanced linocutters through the process. Jeremy’s own work is mostly abstract, using both linocut & screenprint to explore balance and colour through bold shapes and textures.

You can find out more about Jeremy's work on his website: https://www.jeremyspeck.co.uk/ and Instagram: @speckprints

Materials and equipment: All materials and equipment will be provided.

Clothing: We will be working with inks that do not easily wash out of clothing. Wear old clothes and bring an apron/old shirt etc. as cover-up. Avoid loose, dangly sleeves, which can be a safety hazard.

Food and drink: East Quay Kitchen offers a delicious menu that caters for most dietary preferences, but you are welcome to bring your own lunch and snacks to eat in the studio. Tea and coffee will be provided.

Parking: There is no on-site parking for visitors to East Quay. Harbour Road pay and display car park is convenient but costly. There is unrestricted parking along Doniford Road and other residential streets nearby. East Quay is just a short walk from here via Goviers Lane.

If you have any other questions or would like to speak to Lily, please send her an email at printstudio@eastquaywatchet.co.uk.

Cancellation policy: Please let us know as early as possible if you are unable to attend. For cancellations with at least 4 weeks notice, a full refund will be given. For cancellations made with less than 4 weeks notice, a refund will only be given if we are able to fill your space. If you do not attend a course and have not previously informed us, 100% of the fee will be retained by the studio.

We will keep you informed if there is any threat of a course not running or if there are not enough participants to make it viable. We will cancel at short notice only in the case of an emergency, such as illness of the tutors or extreme weather affecting access to and use of the building. We will do our best to give participants at least one weeks’ notice of cancellation. If we have to cancel a course you will receive a full refund.