An afternoon of carving a celtic knotwork design in this beginner & improvers-friendly lino printing workshop in our creative studio.

Join printmaker and illustrator Abbie Lois (https://www.instagram.com/abbielois.studio/) for a relaxed and welcoming lino printing workshop for adults, where you’ll design, carve and print your own artwork by hand.

For those drawn to the intricate details of celtic knotwork. A three and a half hour workshop where we will be inspired by celtic knotwork designs taken from ancient stone carvings, manuscripts and museum archives. A chance to recreate an ancient design, surrounded by like-minded creatives.

You’ll be guided step-by-step through the full lino printing process, from transferring your design to carving safely and confidently, before inking up and pulling your final prints by hand. During the workshop, you’ll learn helpful tips and tricks to help you make the most out of the lino printing process, and will have access to professional-grade tools and materials.

As the source material can be very complex at times, all the designs will be printed out to fit to your lino - meaning you can trace the design on to the lino directly, and enjoy the process of carving without worrying about making sure the knotwork is making any sense!

However, you’re still very welcome to bring your own ideas. Your finished artwork will fit to either 148x105mm (A6) or 210x148mm (A5), so please ensure your design fits within these dimensions. We can print out your design on the day, or a few days before the workshop begins. You can email your designs to studiohagstone@gmail.com.

Light refreshments will be provided. Please let us know in advance if you have any severe allergies that we should be aware of.

Please note, this venue is sadly not wheelchair accessible. Please keep an eye out for future classes in different, accessible locations.

Good to know:

Three hour beginner and improver-focused lino printing workshop

Inspired by celtic knotwork designs

All materials and inspiration provided

Light refreshements included

Age 18+

This venue is sadly not wheelchair accessible

Studio Hagstone (https://www.instagram.com/studiohagstone/) workshops aim to bring people together through printmaking, thoughtful making, and shared creativity. Inspired by folklore, history and the natural world and more, each workshop offers a chance to learn new skills in a friendly, relaxed setting.

Studio Hagstone by evening

Workshop participants designing their linos

We'll be taking inspiration from books from the masters of celtic knotwork such as George Bain

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