Workshops
Workshops
Firstfloor will be offering a range of one-day workshops and short courses, open to both members and non-members. These will cater to printmakers at all levels, from absolute beginners in a particular technique, to experienced practitioners who would like to advance their skills further.

As well as covering the principal forms of printmaking- Silkscreen, Intaglio, Relief Printing- there will be workshops and courses devoted to hybrid printing (the use of two or more techniques within one print) and innovative forms of printmaking that employ new media and technologies.

Keep an eye on this page to learn about our workshops and courses as soon as they are announced.All bookings will be made by contacting us at print.firstfloor@gmail.com

Current Workshops & Courses

Three-Colour Reduction Linocutting
Spaces Available
January 29, 2025
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February 12, 2025
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3
Week Course
This workshop, spread across three sessions of three hours each, offers a comprehensive exploration of the exciting possibilities of three-colour linocut printing generated from a single sheet of lino.
Photographic Silkscreen Printing in 2 Colours
January 19, 2025
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Every Sunday from Jan 19th 2025
Every Sunday from Jan 19th 2025
Week Course
This workshop is ideal for artists, photographers, and creatives interested in exploring screen printing techniques using photographic imagery. You’ll learn how to use photographic techniques, such as emulsion exposure, colour mixing, and half-toning, to create multi-layered prints that are both detailed and visually striking, yet simplified through the use of just two colours.
Silkscreen printing in 2 colours from Handmade and Film Stencils
January 19, 2025
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Every Sunday from Jan 19th 2025
Every Sunday from Jan 19th 2025
Week Course
This intensive 4-hour workshop is perfect for those wanting to explore the rich, tactile world of hand-crafted silkscreen printing. You’ll learn how to combine traditionally created stencils with hand-painted translucent film, allowing you to create unique, high-quality prints with a personal touch. It's a rewarding experience for anyone looking to improve their printmaking skills and bring their designs to life.