Experiment with Pochoir, a monoprinting technique that uses colourful stencils and experimental layouts.

Experiment with bold graphics, layered images, and hands-on printmaking in with Pochoir - a striking stencil-based printing technique that combines paper-cut collage and expressive ink application.

Starting with simple paper-cut shapes, you will build your own collage compositions and develop bold imagery inspired by cutting, rearranging, and layering forms, patterns, symbols, or abstract shapes.

These collages will become Pochoir stencils, allowing you to print your designs by hand. Through careful placement and thoughtful ink application, you’ll experiment with contrast, texture, and layering, discovering how colour and shape can transform an image.

This process is playful and experimental. You can keep building new layers, shifting shapes, and printing again to create images that feel graphic, energetic, and completely your own.

During the session you will:

Design cut-paper collage compositions

Turn your collages into Pochoir stencils

Experiment with ink, layering, and bold contrasts

Produce a set of unique hand-printed artworks

By the end of the workshop you’ll leave with a collection of striking prints and the skills to keep exploring Pochoir printing at home.

About Carousel Print Studio

Carousel Print Studio is a not for profit charity based on the ground floor of Yorkshire Artspace, Exchange Place Studios in Castlegate, Sheffield. Carousel provides printmaking workshops iand facilities for creatives in Sheffield, in a bright, warm, accessible and well equipped printmaking studio.

Carousel is located on the ground floor just to the left of reception. The doors are widened for ease of access and there is an accessible toilet. If you have any questions regarding access needs please do contact us at print@carouselprintstudio.com

What will I need to bring?

All materials and equipment will be provided.

Please wear old clothes as printing can get messy. Aprons will be provided.

Bring a packed lunch. Teas and coffees are provided.

This course is run by Aprille McShane. Aprille has over ten years' experience in teaching and delivering visual art workshops for all ages. Her classes are aimed at beginners, and through her supportive approach she makes art accessible and inclusive for all.

Aprille specialises in relief printmaking, monoprint and monotype, often working with mark-making, cardboard and other materials to create hybrid prints. Her playful approach to printmaking is encouraged in her workshops where she champions individual creative adventures.

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Refund policy: All courses are non refundable.

If the course is cancelled? In the unlikely event the course is cancelled by Carousel Print Studio, a full refund will be issued, or your booking can be transferred to another course.

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Concessions: concessionary rates are available for those in receipt of benefits, please contact carousel at print@carouselprintstudio.com. Members receive 10% off all workshops, contact us to receive your discount code.

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