Open Access
Everyone will be required to go through an Induction Programme to familiarise themselves with the facilities, be shown studio operation and be made aware of all the Health and Safety regulations that apply.
Whatever kind of printing you choose, most of the materials you require will be available in the studio.
We provide without additional charge:
A wide range of inks, white spirit for cleaning, scrim for wiping plates, newsprint, tissue paper, blotting paper, copper sulphate, etching grounds, large and small rollers, collagraph card, carborundum powder, brushes, various drawing and painting materials, tape, glue and other sundries. A selection of etching, lino and engraving tools are also available to use - or buy.
Materials you pay for:
Etching plate, lino, wood, special carborundum plates, wood engraving blocks, drypoint plastic and a wide range of top quality printing and watercolour papers. A charge may apply for particularly large projects that require a lot of materials. An additional charge may be applied for editions of more than 16 prints.
Using your own tools and materials reduces your costs. We can advise on tools and suppliers, and in addition, we have some basic materials and tools for sale.We look forward to working with you.
Prices:
Induction ~ £10.00
(Thursdays 6.00pm - 7.00pm)
Open Access ~ £20.00
(3 hours session)
Studio Access Times:
Monday Print Club - 10.30 – 1.30 ~ 2.30 – 5.30
Tuesday Open Access 10.30 – 1.30 ~ 2.30 – 5.30
Tuesday. Print Club - 6.00 - 9.00
Wednesday Beginners Group 10.30 – 1.30 : Intermediate G~ 2.30 – 5.30
Thursday Open Access 10.30 – 1.30 ~ 2.30 – 5.30 ~ 6.00 - 9.00
Friday Print Club - 10.30 – 1.30 ~ 2.30 – 5.30
Saturdays Various Workshops - See Workshop Timetables
(There is no Open Access during Workshops)
Workshops
There is a different workshop run every Saturday on a wide variety of disciplines.
One or more of the teaching team, all highly experienced printmakers, leads each workshop. All workshops are designed to provide a complete experience of each discipline culminating in the production of a set of prints by each participant.
Two-day workshops on consecutive Saturdays and Sundays have recently been introduced to allow some of the techniques to be explored more thoroughly.
All workshops are suitable for beginners as well as experienced printmakers.
No induction is required for workshops.
Six-Week Course for Beginners and Intermediates
If you are interested in learning about different types of printmaking, here is the perfect opportunity. No prior experience or particular artistic skills are required.
Each Wednesday morning during a three-hour session, a different printmaking technique is introduced using both traditional and contemporary techniques. Four highly experienced printmakers run the course, each passionate about their work and keen to share their expertise.
Wednesday afternoons Intermediate Course is a more in-depth exploration of selected techniques from the Beginners Course. This is a natural progression for some people from this course, however it is open to anyone with prior experience in printmaking.
One and two day workshop ~ £60.00/120.00
Six Week Course ~ £150.00
1 to 1 Critique per hour ~ £25.00
1 to 1 Practical per hour ~ £40.00
For further information contact Iain Sloan 07984 833155
For Bookings contact the Visitor Information Centre on 01524 582394 or online at https://uk.patronbase.com/_VICticketbox/Productions
Iron Press Printmaking Club
In January 2022 I introduced the Iron Press Printmaking Club for experienced printmakers; people who are able to work safely in the studio without supervision. The idea is that experienced people, familiar with the facilities and studio operation, can help and support each other.
Available all-day Monday, Tuesday Evening and Friday.
People who use the studio regularly or experienced printmakers will be invited to join the club. The invitation reflects Health and Safety issues and has nothing to do with anyones work.