**NEW** Drawing in Print | A Printmaking Workshop on Drypoint and Chine Collé
**NEW** Drawing in Print | A Printmaking Workshop on Drypoint and Chine Collé
Workshop Details
Date: Friday, February 27th (or February 13th - TBC)
Time: 10.00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: 16 Academy Road, Rothesay, PA20 0BG
Materials: All included
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An Early Sprint Printmaking Workshops in Rothesay — Drypoint & Chine Collé
A day to discover the expressive potential of drypoint in a relaxed, friendly setting here in Rothesay. This course is aimed at people who enjoy drawing (you don’t need to be an expert) and who want to explore how line, texture and tone translate into rich, tactile prints.
What we’ll do
Learn the essentials of drypoint: how to score plates, build scratchy and velvety lines, and control tone with simple, confident marks.
Experiment with chine collé as an introduction — a delicate way to add colour, pattern and paper texture to your prints.
Combine drypoint with chine collé to create layered, evocative images that balance drawing and printmaking.
Try direct, spontaneous approaches so the work stays fresh and immediate; we’ll value mark-making over perfection.
Who it’s for
Suitable for beginners and those who draw but feel daunted by traditional techniques.
Ideal if you’re curious about printmaking, love texture and line, and want to make one-of-a-kind prints that feel personal.
Where and when
Held in my garden studio in Rothesay on four Friday afternoons this autumn. Small class sizes mean plenty of individual guidance and a relaxed pace.
What to expect
Hands-on demonstrations, plenty of practice time and friendly feedback.
All basic materials and presses provided; just bring something to sketch with if you like.
A creative, encouraging atmosphere where experimentation is welcomed.
Come and explore drypoint’s quiet intensity and the delicate possibilities of chine collé — leave with confident new skills and a small collection of unique prints inspired by the colours and textures of the west coast.
10% discount for mailing list subscribers.
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The course is broken down into individual stages:
Day 1 - Learn to make a collagraph plate
Day 2 - The importance of proofing your plate
Day 3 - Printing your collagraph plate in colour
Day 4 - Learn to include monotype layering and where appropriate, found materials
Throughout creative experimentation is encouraged
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Spaces are limited to a maximum of 3 - 4 participants
With small group sizes expect personalised tuition and tailored instruction to suit your skill level and creative goals.
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Idyllic Location: Immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of my garden studio, located on the picturesque Isle of Bute, Rothesay. A perfect setting for creative exploration.
Beginner-Friendly: No prior printmaking experience is necessary. This workshop is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for all.
Fresh Perspective: Experienced printmakers will find new ways to approach monotype, expanding their artistic repertoire.
Small Group Setting: Enjoy personalised attention and a supportive learning environment.
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This course celebrates the journey rather than the destination. You'll be encouraged to:
Experiment freely with accessible, everyday materials
Discover unexpected textures and patterns as I shar e with you various ways of inking up a plate
Develop intuitive responses to materials and processes
Build technical confidence through playful exploration
Release expectations and embrace happy accidents
No pressure to create "finished" artwork—instead, focus on building a personal vocabulary of textures, marks, and techniques that can inform your future creative practice. This approach creates a relaxed environment where true discovery can happen.
