Tunnicliffe Etching Workshop Day

Join this etching class in Macclesfield and discover the intricate world of printmaking through the lens of local legend, Charles Tunnicliffe. Best known for his prolific illustrations, Tunnicliffe mastered the complex art of etching during his time at the RCA, using copper plates to capture the rural vistas of the Cheshire hills. You'll spend the day drawing inspiration from his archived work to create your own beautiful, hard-ground etchings.Your morning begins at the Silk Museum, where curator Kathryn Warburton will guide you through rarely seen prints and plates from the Tunnicliffe archive. With these treasures as your muse, you'll work alongside artist-printmaker Benmo to develop sketches based on the collection or your own personal photos and ideas. After a relaxing lunch break, the group moves to Hope Press to get hands-on with the technical process. Benmo will show you how to prepare a copper plate, apply a hard-resist, and transfer your drawing before etching the plate using a safe, non-toxic electro-etch technique.There's no need to worry if you've never tried printmaking before. This workshop is designed to be low-pressure and supportive, using safer techniques throughout so you can focus on the joy of creating. You'll have plenty of guidance as you use a vintage etching press to bring your drawings to life on paper.In this class you'll:

• Explore rare prints and plates from the Tunnicliffe archive
• Draw on Tunnicliffe's work to develop sketches of your own
• Produce your own etched plate and print on high-quality paper

You'll leave the studio feeling inspired by Macclesfield's artistic heritage, taking home a small edition of three to four prints and your original copper etching plate. It’s a wonderful way to rekindle your creative spark and walk away with a professional-standard keepsake.Please note: The day begins at the Silk Museum before moving to Hope Press after lunch. Transport between venues can be arranged if you aren't driving.

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A set of beautiful prints on high quality paper; a copper etched plate to keep Read more details