Creative Printmaking - Flatford Mill

Description

Unleash your creativity and apply it to simple printing techniques! Join the course and discover how to produce simple prints by using a variety of materials and methods from basic starting points. The course will teach you how to use a wide range of printing materials: taken from nature, making a collograph, monoprinting, press printing, using a gel plate, and block printing. The course is split into easily manageable tutor-supported sessions, and will enable you to create sets of prints, unique to you. Your starting point might be taken from a photograph, or be purely abstract. There are many different effects that can be achieved by combining these techniques and by printing on prepared surfaces such as: Gel plate prints using torn or cut paper shapes and natural materials Tissue collage with overlays Watercolour powder on paper Random roller printing using natural materials Using different colour and textured paper Printing onto fabric You can also use these methods to create your own greeting cards and there will be an opportunity to try this out during the course About the tutor: Sue Wieck Sue originally trained as a textile designer and has continued to expand her artistic skills using many different media. She has taught these skills to both adults and secondary school students for over 36 years during which time she was Art Adviser for Bexley Education Authority. She has continued to run workshops at the Flatford Mill centre in Suffolk since 1990. Much of her work records the landscape loved by John Constable which continues to inspire her today. In 2000, she exhibited one of her paintings at the Flatford Mill Millenium exhibition alongside one of John Constable’s original pieces! She is an accomplished watercolour artist but also works with printmaking methods, sometimes combining the two. Sue has developed an experimental approach to printmaking by incorporating mixed media, drawing, and a variety of unusual printing techniques. What to bring: The course is open to all abilities and needs only a small amount of equipment in order to participate. You will need to bring the following with you: - A set of Lino cutting tools (Essdee cutting blades, baren and handle set £6.99) - A roller to apply printing ink (Essdee ink roller £8.25, or similar) - A large wooden or metal spoon (for burnishing the print block) - An iPhone or iPad/ sketchbook to record images at the venue All other items will be supplied by the tutor. A selection of printing paper, inks and printing blocks will be available to purchase as necessary. About Flatford Mill We have four buildings that are used for visitor accommodation. Whilst most rooms are either en-suite or have a dedicated bathroom, there are some rooms in The Mill that share showers and toilets at the end of the hall. If this is un-suitable for you please make the office staff aware upon booking or as soon as possible. Please be aware that you are visiting a Field Centre that caters in the main for school parties; the accommodation is basic and dormitory style, but warm and comfortable.

What's included in the price?

- Expert tuition - Free Wi-Fi - Full board accommodation - Hot and cold drinks - Picnic Lunch Full board accommodation and picnic lunch is available for resident bookings only. Refreshments are included for all, but non-resident bookings are advised to bring lunch with you. Full board accommodation and picnic lunch is available for resident bookings only. Refreshments are included for all, but non-resident bookings are advised to bring lunch with you.

Cancellation policy

Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Field Studies Council

with Craft Courses since 2012

Message the tutor

Inspiring creativity through nature. The Field Studies Council offers a range of art and craft courses led by experienced tutors in stunning natural settings. From our historic Flatford Mill to Bishops Wood and Amersham, our courses invite you to explore your creativity and learn new techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, you’ll enjoy hands-on learning in a welcoming, supportive environment.