CARVE 04. | Multi-Block Woodcuts
Build Complex, Multi-Layered Relief Prints That Make an Impact.
Take your relief printing to the next level by exploring the art of multi-block woodcuts. This course is designed for those looking to deepen their understanding of relief printing by creating dynamic, multi-coloured prints.
You will be guided through the process of designing, carving, and printing multiple blocks to achieve rich, layered artworks.
What You’ll Learn:
Planning and Design: Learn how to transform drawings into multi-layered designs.
Carving Techniques: Develop carving methods that create depth and detail in each block.
Registration and Alignment: Master techniques for aligning and registering blocks to ensure precise layering.
Ink and Colour: Achieve subtle tones and multi-colour effects through understanding how to layer colour.
Press Technique: Print your designs using both our rare 1860 Albion Press and a traditional etching press ensuring professional, high-quality 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 those who have completed an introductory course and want to expand their skills. If you’re new to relief printing, we recommend starting with Carve 01: Carving Essentials.
Build Complex, Multi-Layered Relief Prints That Make an Impact.
Take your relief printing to the next level by exploring the art of multi-block woodcuts. This course is designed for those looking to deepen their understanding of relief printing by creating dynamic, multi-coloured prints.
You will be guided through the process of designing, carving, and printing multiple blocks to achieve rich, layered artworks.
What You’ll Learn:
Planning and Design: Learn how to transform drawings into multi-layered designs.
Carving Techniques: Develop carving methods that create depth and detail in each block.
Registration and Alignment: Master techniques for aligning and registering blocks to ensure precise layering.
Ink and Colour: Achieve subtle tones and multi-colour effects through understanding how to layer colour.
Press Technique: Print your designs using both our rare 1860 Albion Press and a traditional etching press ensuring professional, high-quality 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 those who have completed an introductory course and want to expand their skills. If you’re new to relief printing, we recommend starting with Carve 01: Carving Essentials.
Build Complex, Multi-Layered Relief Prints That Make an Impact.
Take your relief printing to the next level by exploring the art of multi-block woodcuts. This course is designed for those looking to deepen their understanding of relief printing by creating dynamic, multi-coloured prints.
You will be guided through the process of designing, carving, and printing multiple blocks to achieve rich, layered artworks.
What You’ll Learn:
Planning and Design: Learn how to transform drawings into multi-layered designs.
Carving Techniques: Develop carving methods that create depth and detail in each block.
Registration and Alignment: Master techniques for aligning and registering blocks to ensure precise layering.
Ink and Colour: Achieve subtle tones and multi-colour effects through understanding how to layer colour.
Press Technique: Print your designs using both our rare 1860 Albion Press and a traditional etching press ensuring professional, high-quality 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 those who have completed an introductory course and want to expand their skills. If you’re new to relief printing, we recommend starting with Carve 01: Carving Essentials.
COURSE DETAILS
Daytime Course (6 Weeks): 9:30am - 12:30pm | October 10th - November 14th, 2025
Evening Course (6 Weeks): 6:00pm - 9:00pm | October 9th - November 13th, 2025
Location: The Armarie Room, Founders Park, Nelson
Instructor: Renee Hadlow
Experience Level: Basic carving skills. 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 7 days 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.
★★★★★
“Well organised, well paced, plenty of support and room for experimentation - a fantastically relaxing way to expand my art practice - would do this again”
— Kirsten C
★★★★★
“Well paced and thorough instruction with time for help and questions but also time to create. Good, personal exchanges with other participants and with Renee. No complaints. I feel well set up to go on my own but would still be keen to return again.”
— Kate A
★★★★★
“Beautifully packed and wrapped (including my prints from a recent workshop with The Armarie). My order was ready on time.... Very impressed and a joy to unwrap.. Thanks Renee”
— Leanne D
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“This is a fantastic class where you go from knowing nothing about the print room or woodcuts to feeling confident and producing amazing prints! Renee is an excellent teacher and with the smaller numbers in the class she's able to spend quality 1 on 1 time and answer questions and help guide you towards what you're trying to achieve. I'd you're on the fence about taking one of her classes, just do it - you won't regret it!”
— Danielle M
★★★★★
“Excellent”
— Ingrid B
★★★★★
“This was such a great experience! What a great environment to create a piece of art in. I would thoroughly recommend booking a class here- value for money.”
— Annette C
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— Stu B
