Personal printmaking projects: open studio access
Course Code: VS303
Duration: 3 sessions (over 3 weeks)
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What is the course about?
Work on your personal projects with the knowledge you have expertise on hand with a tutor proficient in all the techniques available, Please present your proposed project to the tutor for approval and guidance, or generate and develop new projects. Use the studio to independently practice techniques and upskill your processes.
What will we cover?
Safe independent working in a print studio.
Help with basic print projects to get you started.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
Gain confidence working independently and safely in the print studio with tutor support when needed.
Take personal projects further and develop your printmaking skills simultaneously.
Improve your printmaking techniques and set small projects which will inform your
future art practice.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
To work independently, we ask that you have some experience in the printmaking process you will be using.
Absolute beginners would be advised to attend one of our beginners courses first, but you are welcome if you have tried printmaking in the past and wish to refresh your experience.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Work independently in the print studio on new or existing projects whilst
1:1 support and tutor guidance is available for all.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Basic materials are all included. Specialist material for individual projects may need to be purchased by you
beforehand.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Tutors will give guidance as to suitable courses to progress on to. These are varied and will be subject to practice, techniques and level which are all areas the tutor can help you with.
Gareth Berwyn was born in Bangor, N. Wales in 1981. A Fine Art graduate from The London Guild Hall University 2003. After studying Gareth honed his understanding of printmaking by working with industry professional printmakers doing editioning. Gareth apprenticed under a number of professional printers as a technician and assistant http://www.muttonfistpress.com https://www.instagram.com/garethberwyn/ gareth-berwyn.com
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.