Gainsborough's House, the museum and gallery at the birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough

The classes are ideal either as an introduction to printmaking or for those who wish to gain more detailed knowledge of a specific technique. Sketchbook and reference materials are welcomed and participants are advised to bring basic drawing equipment. Printmaking materials and standard papers are supplied except for plates and screen coatings. Additional materials and papers are available to buy at reasonable prices. 
 
Tuesday morning classes 10-12.30pm 
Composition, texture, tone and colour in printmaking feature in these classes and students benefit by sharing knowledge and ideas in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.
 
The classes are run by fully qualified lecturers and practitioners Jude Lockie, Anthony Searle, Geoff Winckles and our Workshop technician Sue Molineux.
 
Morning class fees: £120 per term (ten two and a half hour sessions)
 
Summer term: 23 April - 2 July 2013

Wednesday evening classes 7.30-9.30pm
The classes are led by Ron Sims who trained at Manchester College of Art and at the Royal Academy Schools. He is an experienced tutor who has taught printmaking techniques to adults for many years. Ron joined Gainsborough's House Print Workshop in 1999, and is a member of the printmaking group 12PM.
 
Evening class fees: £80 per term (ten two hour sessions)

Summer term: 24 April - 3 July 2013
 
Short courses
These courses help printmakers develop skills in specialist areas working with expert tutors. Although of particular interest to those with some printmaking experience, newcomers are welcome. If you would like to like to find out more about any of the courses please call or email.

Geoff Winckles: Photo-etching
Thursday 30 May - Saturday 1 June 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £170 members £150

Michael Carlo: Screenprinting - A Painterly Approach
Monday 15 - Friday 19 July 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £250  members £230

Anne Desmet RA - Wood Engraving and Experiments with Collage
26/27/28 July 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £200  members £180

Megan Fishpool: Monoprinting
Monday 29 July - Friday 2 August 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £250  members £230

Colin Gale: Lithography
Monday 5 - Friday 9 August 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £250  members £230

Mark Graver: Non Toxic Printmaking
Monday 12 - Friday 16 August 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £250  members £230

Dale Devereux Barker: Exploring Printing with Lino
Monday 19 - Friday 23 August 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £250 members £230

Annabel Ridley:Screenprinting with Photo Stencils
Monday 26 - Friday 30 August 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £250 members £230

Jason Hicklin: Etching
Monday 2 - Friday 6 September 2013 10am - 4pm
Non-members £250 members £200

Taster Days
Taster days invite newcomers to a particular technique to explore its potential. Practical demonstrations are led by our Print Workshop Technician, Sue Molineux, a experienced printmaker and a qualified lecturer. Beginners are welcome and the atmosphere is friendly and encouraging with places limited to twelve.

Screenprinting with Stencils
Tuesday 28 May 2013 10am - 4pm

The fee for Taster Days, which run from 10am to 4pm, is £30 and includes basic materials. Additional materials are on sale at reasonable prices.