Location: Classroom
About the course
In this one-day course you will learn all the processes involved in designing, carving and printing a lino block. We will start the day by making some quick and simple observational drawings from plants at the Botanic Garden and then develop these to create a design to transfer onto the lino block. You will learn how to use the tools safely and print without the use of a press using hand burnishing. We will be using water-based inks, traditional hessian backed lino and strong lightweight Japanese paper. You will be able to take home your prints and block, which you can continue printing with at home. All materials will be provided. It is suggested that you wear old clothes and or an apron as it can get quite messy.
The course is aimed at beginners and those with little and some experience of lino printing.
About the tutor
Zoe Ansari graduated from Sheffield Hallam University with a BA in Fine Art and went on to study Animation at Central St Martins. In 2006 she completed an apprenticeship at The Cardozo Kindersley Workshop learning to draw and carve letters in stone and slate. Working as a self-employed letter carver for nearly 20 years, she then returned to printmaking and illustration, predominantly in Lino. Based in Cambridge she creates Lino prints and drypoint and etchings inspired by nature and folklore, and has run introductory Lino printing courses for David Parr House, The Museum of Cambridge and at The Storey’s Field Centre in Eddington.
Bookings for this course will close on 12 February
Please take the time to read our course cancellations and refunds policy.
Please note that once this course has been filled, you can email education@botanic.cam.ac.uk to be added to a waiting list.
