ETCH 01. | Mark Making Essentials

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Discover The Fundamental Techniques Of Mark Making That Will Shape Your Unique Etching Style.

Perfect for beginners and experienced printmakers alike, this course offers a strong foundation in drypoint etching. Beginners will gain essential skills, while seasoned printmakers can refine their technique and expand their repertoire.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Mark-Making: Experiment with drypoint needles and various tools to create layers of line and texture directly on your plate.

  • Intaglio Inking: Learn the art of inking and wiping to achieve depth, texture, and line quality.

  • Press Technique: Use a traditional etching press to print your designs onto paper with stunning results.

You’ll have time to explore, refine, and experiment with these skills, crafting original artworks in our purpose-designed studio. Enjoy learning in a supportive, small group setting, and take home beautifully printed, handmade works of art.

Who’s It For:

This course is perfect for beginners starting their drypoint etching journey or experienced printmakers looking to refine their skills. If you’re new to printmaking, this is the ideal place to start.

Time:

Discover The Fundamental Techniques Of Mark Making That Will Shape Your Unique Etching Style.

Perfect for beginners and experienced printmakers alike, this course offers a strong foundation in drypoint etching. Beginners will gain essential skills, while seasoned printmakers can refine their technique and expand their repertoire.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Mark-Making: Experiment with drypoint needles and various tools to create layers of line and texture directly on your plate.

  • Intaglio Inking: Learn the art of inking and wiping to achieve depth, texture, and line quality.

  • Press Technique: Use a traditional etching press to print your designs onto paper with stunning results.

You’ll have time to explore, refine, and experiment with these skills, crafting original artworks in our purpose-designed studio. Enjoy learning in a supportive, small group setting, and take home beautifully printed, handmade works of art.

Who’s It For:

This course is perfect for beginners starting their drypoint etching journey or experienced printmakers looking to refine their skills. If you’re new to printmaking, this is the ideal place to start.

 

COURSE DETAILS

Evening Course (5 weeks): 6:00pm - 9:00pm | February 13th - March 13th, 2025

Daytime Course (5 weeks): 9:30am - 12:30pm | February 14th - March 14th, 2025

Weekend Workshop (2 days): 10:00am - 4:00pm | April 19th - April 20th, 2025

Location: The Armarie Room, Founders Park, Nelson

Instructor: Renee Hadlow

Experience Level: Beginner. Minimum age 16+

Limited to 6 places, bookings essential.

 

  • Materials and equipment are included in the course fee. Additional tools and materials can be purchased if required.

  • Bring your creative energy and some images or drawings that you would like to work from.

  • In the workshop wear closed toe shoes and some old clothes. Long hair should be tied back and jewellery removed when operating the printing presses.

  • Refunds or cancellations cannot be accepted within 72 hours of the course starting. You can however transfer your enrolment to another person who would like to participate.

  • The Armarie Room will reschedule any classes that cannot take place due to unforeseen circumstances.

 

★★★★★

“A fabulous introduction to dry point etching. Renee is a wonderful teacher-explains and demonstrates clearly and is open to experimenting with our sometimes wayward ideas! Patient and encouraging when things aren’t going to plan…I was thrilled with my end result. I only wish the course had been twice as long!”

— Kate S

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