Print Four Ways – Printmaking Taster Course (6 Weeks)

Get to grips with four methods of printing in this six-week printmaking course.



6 x 2.5 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests       £200 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)
Week 1 - Mixed Media Cyanotype

Week 1 - Mixed Media Cyanotype

Cyanotype is a method of printing via exposure. Blocking out elements of pre-coated paper with elements of different opacities, you can achieve beautiful results using lots of different materials to compose an image. You'll be invited to create and expose an A6 and A3 image of your own, getting to grips with the materials. In the evening, we'll use UV light as part of the exposure process.


Week 2 - Gelli Print

Week 2 - Gelli Print

Gelli printing uses blocks of latex to create mono prints, by coating the surface with thin layers of acrylic paint and using absorbent mediums or paint brushes to remove and impress images on the block. Using little plates, you'll be encourage to use the plates in different ways, creating a series of monoprints.


Week 3 - Lino Print

Week 3 - Lino Print

Lino printing is a relief method which can be used to creat striking graphic images. We'll cover the basics of carving safely and how to use the tools in a standard set, then you'll be invited to design, carve and print your own series of prints using the process.


Week 4 - Tetrapak

Week 4 - Tetrapak

Tetrapak cartons can be used to create an effective intaglio-style print utilising collagraph style printing methods and a printing press. You'll be stepped through the process and the invited to design, etch and print your own series of prints with our printing press.


Week 5-6 Personal Project

Week 5-6 Personal Project

Freestyle! You've learned the methods and tried the tools, now it's your chance to go back to the processes the inspired you most and give them another try with support.


Discover the joy of printmaking in this six-week guided course, meeting once a week. You’ll get a broad introduction to four different print methods, followed by the chance to create a personal project of your own.
Across the first four weeks, you’ll learn the fundamentals of:
  • Gelli printing for playful, colourful monoprints
  • Tetrapak printing, using upcycled packaging for intaglio-style prints
  • Lino printing for bold, graphic relief designs
  • Cyanotype printing, a photographic sun-printing process
In the final two weeks, you’ll be supported to design and develop your own project using any combination of the techniques you’ve learned. Whether you’d like to create a series of prints, experiment with layering methods, or refine a single approach, you’ll have access to our tools and plenty of guidance.
This course is designed to give you both structure and creative freedom — learn the essentials, then put them into practice in your own way.
What you'll get
  • Six guided weekly printmaking sessions
  • All materials included
  • Step-by-step teaching in four different printmaking methods
  • Individual support to develop your own project
  • A relaxed and encouraging environment for creative exploration
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Knowledge required
Open to beginners, people curious about new printmaking techniques, and the homeschooled community.
What to bring
Themselves
Session repeats

This class series runs over 6 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 12 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

Location

Something Good Workshops - 2 Carriage Way, Deptford Market Yard, London

Next to Deptford Station, 1 stop from London Bridge -- On the ramp, one level above Deptford Market Yard, between platform 1 at Deptford Station and Deptford High St next to SALT bar.

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Something Good Workshops
Something Good Workshops

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Hi, we’re Emily and Jess, the creative minds behind Something Good Workshops!
Our journey began in 2019 when Emily launched Something Good Workshops (originally known as MADEptford) as a way to spread crafty joy and raise funds for running the London Marathon. What started as a one-time idea quickly grew into a passion for bringing people together through creativity. Since then, we’ve hosted a wide variety of workshops, from arm knitting to body casting, in all kinds of spaces - corporate offices, cosy pubs, pop-up shops, and even people’s homes.
After taking a short break, we’re back with fresh energy and an exciting new partnership. Jess has joined the team, and together, we’re on a mission to spark joy and empower people to explore their creativity in relaxing, welcoming spaces. We believe there’s something magical about slowing down, working with your hands, and leaving with something you’ve made yourself - whether it’s a chunky knit blanket, a personal shrine, or a collage bursting with personality.
What makes us unique? We’re all about creating an environment where people feel at ease, whether they’re a total beginner or a seasoned maker. Over the years, we’ve held workshops in so many different settings, and one thing always stands out: the joy people feel when they realize just how creative they can be.
We’re not just here to teach a craft - we’re here to help you unwind, have fun, and leave with a tangible reminder that you’re capable of making something good.
We can’t wait to meet you at a workshop soon!
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