Explore traditional methods of Relief Printmaking including linocut and wood engraving and create your own custom prints.

  • Explore the entire process of turning a lino block into a print, including techniques in colouring and carving.
  • Discover different methods of printing, including using traditional tools and vintage presses.
  • Produce A5 linocut prints using your own ideas, drawings and photos.

Learn about the most popular methods of Relief Printmaking in this six-week course. You’ll primarily use lino to create your artwork, but other materials such as wood engraving will be covered as you progress.

You’ll learn how to carefully cut into the surface and then use stunning, traditional hand-presses to make your own prints.

This course is ideal for those who have some printing experience but also for budding artists who would like to have a go. All are welcome, just prepare to get creative and inky in our stunning workshop.

You’re encouraged to attend all three terms for Monotype, Drypoint and Collograph; Relief Printmaking and Etching as you develop your individual ideas and mark-making, however this is not necessary.

Overview

This course will take place at Locksbrook Campus, Bath, BA1 3EL.

The next course takes place: 

  • Monday 19 January 2026 for six weeks, Mondays 6pm – 8:30pm

This short course costs £195 per person.

Come with sketches, doodles, photos or text which inspire you. Some materials will be included in the course fee and more will be available to buy at cost price.

Meet the team

Jane Randfield has 30 years experience of printmaking, both as an artist and as an educator. She has been working as technical demonstrator at Bath Spa University for 22 years and previously taught adult classes in printmaking at Bath College.

She has been a freelance illustrator for several decades working on commissions both national and international.

She has written reviews and articles for Printmaking Today, Pressing Matters and the SWE publication Multiples.

She is a member of The Society of Wood Engravers and regularly exhibits with them in their annual touring exhibitions.

Terms and conditions

Read the terms and conditions for taking part in this short course.

Contact us

For more information about the course please email your enquiries to shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk .

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