Japanese Woodblock Printing – Workshops with Adrian Holmes

Mokuhanga Workshops

Join Adrian for a workshop to explore Japanese woodblock printmaking. Immerse yourself in the ancient skill of Japanese watercolour woodblock printing. This beautifully subtle and painterly technique is ideal for those wishing to print at home without a press. Workshops are aimed at everyone, from beginners to printmakers wanting to learn this beautiful technique. Enjoy a fun two days of carving and printing with an emphasis on exploration and play.

Beginner: These two-day courses are an Introduction to Japanese woodblock printing and are designed for a range of abilities, including beginners – no experience needed.

• Skills/Techniques Covered
• designing for woodblock
• piecing out the design onto wood
• using cutting tools safely for a clean print
• managing paper, rice and paints
• printing and aftercare

Course Fees: £225

Intermediate: These five-day courses are designed for participants with some prior experience in Japanese woodblock printing, such as those who have completed a beginners’ or introductory class. And will take a deeper dive into the art of Mokuhanga, exploring a range of advanced carving and printing techniques.

Course Fees: £600

Course dates and bookings: http://www.adrianholmesva.com/

Materials: All materials will be provided by the tutor. The items you will need to bring with you are listed below.

Please bring with you:

• Any sketches or photos that inspire you, but this is not compulsory (Keep ideas simple!!!)
• you might like to bring your own watercolours (which must be in tubes) as the tutor will just have basic colours
• Any paint brushes
• wear something that can be splashed without disaster, although it is not a particularly messy process
• A cushion for your bums
• Packed Lunch

Location: Krowji (Container Studio C11)

C11 Photos by @charlesemerson_