Printmaking and collage

Learn the basics of intaglio / relief printing. Combine collage with elements of drawing and painting to develop the theme of your prints to produce unique one-offs. Bring source images: sketches, postcards etc. to the first session as starting points for project work.

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Key course information

Dates
22/11/11 - 06/12/11

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
3 weeks

Time
10:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £163
Senior fee: £98
Concession: £71

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VS775

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

An introduction to an exciting and innovative approach to printmaking. This course is about discovering, through exploration, ways of producing creative and expressive prints, thereby extending your printed work to create your own unique style of imagery.

What topics will we cover?

We will cover the basics of relief and intaglio printmaking to produce a block print or an etching. You will be encouraged to explore collage as an expressive process to extend your work to create monoprints, including using paint and drawing inks to enhance the final imagery.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- develop imagery from personal source material
- design and print a block print or an etching
- utilise collage and a mix of media as an aid to developing composition
- incorporate collage in the printing process.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

No previous experience is required but basic drawing skills would be an advantage.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Demonstrations of techniques will be given when new methods are introduced. There will be one-to-one discussions and guidance.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

The course fee covers some basic materials such as inks, acid and white spirit. You must bring source images (sketches, postcards, magazine cuttings, photos etc,) for reference/visual inspiration to the first session.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

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Visual arts

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