Workshop Calendar 2026
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LINOCUT PRINTMAKING
WOODCUT PRINTMAKING
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Linocut Printmaking Workshops
Using simple techniques for striking results, these workshops give you all the skills you need for tabletop linocut printmaking. Step by step through the creative printing process, from composing your design to cutting and printing your block, using a variety of techniques for multicoloured or monochrome prints.
Plenty of reference material is provided to use for inspiration or as templates; of course you may also bring your own preparatory work. Whether you are making a limited edition print series, designing your own card or experimenting with repeat pattern work, this workshop is perfect for complete beginners as well as experienced artists.
This workshop is available as a 1-day or a 2-day course.
In the 1-day workshop, you learn about several different linocut printmaking techniques (monochrome, masking, multi-block), and you design, cut and print your own lino using one of these techniques.
In the 2-day workshop, you can complete 2 different linocuts using 2 different linocut techniques, or you can learn a more complex technique (reduction) to complete an edition of linocuts over 2 days.
Plenty of reference material is provided to use for inspiration or as templates; of course you may also bring your own preparatory work. Whether you are making a limited edition print series, designing your own card or experimenting with repeat pattern work, this workshop is perfect for complete beginners as well as experienced artists.
This workshop is available as a 1-day or a 2-day course.
In the 1-day workshop, you learn about several different linocut printmaking techniques (monochrome, masking, multi-block), and you design, cut and print your own lino using one of these techniques.
In the 2-day workshop, you can complete 2 different linocuts using 2 different linocut techniques, or you can learn a more complex technique (reduction) to complete an edition of linocuts over 2 days.
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LINOCUT PRINTMAKING IN FOWEY CORNWALL
£75 for 1-day workshop 10am-4.30pm £140 for 2-day workshop 10am-4.30pm All materials are included, and tools are provided. The Old Bank, 2 Trafalgar Square, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1AZ
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LINOCUT PRINTMAKING IN POLRUAN CORNWALL
£75 for 1-day workshop 10am-4.30pm £140 for 2-day workshop 10am-4.30pm All materials are included, and tools are provided. Quay Arts Hub, 2 Fore Street, Polruan, Cornwall PL23 1PQ
Polruan is a traditional Cornish boat building village steeped in history. Small in size but with abundant character, the Quay Arts Hub is at the centre of Polruan's busy creative community with art classes, exhibitions, talks and gatherings. Overlooking the harbour, the Hub neighbours the two pubs, cafe and the village shop. Numbers in my workshops at the Quay Arts Hub are limited to 5 people. |
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LOCATION:
My linocut printmaking workshops are held in the picturesque harbour towns of Fowey and Polruan, which face each other over the mouth of the estuary. Known as the Cornish Riviera, this coastline is one of Cornwall's best kept secrets, with rocky coves, sandy beaches, and an emerald river estuary winding through ancient oak forests. Wildflowers, butterflies and birds thrive in the coastal meadows and dolphins, seals and porpoises can be spotted in the clear summer water. |
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Woodcut Printmaking Workshops
This 2-day workshop is a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of woodcut printmaking -
from designing, carving, inking and printing a woodblock, using multi block or masking techniques for multicoloured or monochrome hand-pressed prints.
from designing, carving, inking and printing a woodblock, using multi block or masking techniques for multicoloured or monochrome hand-pressed prints.
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A step by step guide through the creative woodcut printmaking process.
No previous experience is necessary to join this workshop, the course is designed to accommodate both curious beginners as well as experienced artists. |
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WOODCUT PRINTMAKING IN PENRYN CORNWALL
£195 for 2-day workshop 10am-4.30pm daily Price includes lunch and refreshments. All materials are included and tools provided. Numbers are limited to 8 participants. Higher Spargo School of Art
Mabe Burnthouse, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9JQ
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LOCATION:
Higher Spargo School of Art has for over four decades quietly nurtured a community of artists and craftspeople in West Cornwall. Wild, rough around the edges, and bursting with creative energy, it remains – in the words of its resident artists – ‘unique’. Their growing programme of courses and masterclasses are tutored by resident artists such as sculptor Tim Shaw RA and Colombian artist Carlos Zapata, as well as guest artists such as painter Emily Roberts. and printmaker Olivia Clifton-Bligh.
Higher Spargo School of Art has for over four decades quietly nurtured a community of artists and craftspeople in West Cornwall. Wild, rough around the edges, and bursting with creative energy, it remains – in the words of its resident artists – ‘unique’. Their growing programme of courses and masterclasses are tutored by resident artists such as sculptor Tim Shaw RA and Colombian artist Carlos Zapata, as well as guest artists such as painter Emily Roberts. and printmaker Olivia Clifton-Bligh.
Artist's Retreat
Trethake Valley is the perfect Cornish retreat for an artist - set in 7 acres of water meadows and woodland in a rural river valley just 1-mile from the south west coast path, Trethake Barn is a lovely large open plan living space with apex ceilings, flagstone floors and underfloor heating. Endless walking opportunities from the garden gate with footpaths, green lanes, bridle ways and coast paths. To get to Fowey (3 miles away), you can either take your car across the river on the car ferry at Bodinnick, or you can leave your car in Polruan village and take the water bus across the river from the quay.
Book your stay at www.trethakemill.co.uk
Book your stay at www.trethakemill.co.uk
More Places to stay
HARBOUR HOTELS:
- The Old Quay House: riverside boutique hotel in the heart of Fowey with luxury bedrooms and sea views
- Fowey Hall: Fowey Hall was the inspiration behind Toad Hall in the children's classic Wind in the Willows. Spectacular views, spa and pool
- Harbour Hotel: elegant Victorian hotel on the esplanade
- The King of Prussia: boutique hotel on the town quay with excellent restaurant
RURAL RETREATS:
- Trethake Barn: lovely large open plan barn, with apex ceilings, flag stone floor and underfloor heating set in 7 acres of water meadows and woodland in a rural river valley. Endless walking opportunities from the garden gate with foot paths, green lanes, bridle paths and coast path. The perfect for Cornish retreat for an artist.
- Yurts Cornwall: idyllic meadow glamping, 18ft Mongolian yurts and converted barn on a family smallholding with wood fired hot tub and sauna
- Trevedda Shepherds Hut: beautiful shepherds hut with wood fired hot tub in 5 acres of woodland
- Lombard Mill: lovely converted mill near picture-perfect Pont Quay
- Pont Pill Farmhouse: picturesque National Trust cottage right on the water at Pont Quay
- The Watch House: tiny off-grid 19th century coast guards cottage in a spectacular setting perched on the cliff overlooking Lantivet Bay
- Highertown Farm Camping: simple National Trust campsite in the pretty village of Lansallos
Olivia Clifton-Bligh © 2020