A collagraph is made by applying materials such as paper and gesso onto board or by working into board with tools. The surface is sealed, inked up by an intaglio or relief method and put through the press. The results are spontaneous, exciting and often unexpected!

Make prints using aluminium plates, water soluble pencils and silicone (the stuff used around baths!). The results are suprisingly good at reproducing the drawn mark.

This technique adds a new dimension to traditional methods. Using a light-sensitively laminated plate and the safest methods possible, one can achieve stunning results with either conventionally drawn or painted images. An additional £5 will be charged for materials.

Simple silkscreen printing will be taught, should time permit mono, stencil and photographic techniques will also be touched upon. Those wishing to participate should come prepared with their own images. This course is suitable for the unexperienced and experienced printmaker.

This very simple process doesn't need chemicals, just sunlight and tap water. Though pioneered in Oz, it will work in normal Birmingham daylight. Bring drawings or photos on transparent material to develop into prints. An additional charge for materials may be made.

This is the oldest printing method. Cut your design into wood, MDF or lino with woodcutting tools (supplied). Possibilities include simple cutting, reduction and Picasso's 'white ink method'.

This course introduces a simple and safe intaglio process. The session begins with a brief discussion of drawing methods suited to the process, also drypoint examples by previous students plus contemporary and historical artists. We will provide metal points, inks, printing paper & printing plates (4.25 x 6 and 8.25 x 6 inches). Ideally students should bring image ideas suitable for interpretation as line and cross-hatching that will fit the printing plates, but the tutor will have some reference to choose from on the day.

This environmentally friendly technique uses acrylic aquatint on an aluminium plate etched with copper sulphate an salt. Bring an A4 tracing or a photocopy for transferring an image to the plate.

An introduction to a simple printmaking process for producing unique variations on a theme combining drawing with natural and manufactured materials, such as skeletonised leaves, net curtains, lace and nylon tights. Please bring any of these (or similar) that you would like to experiment with.

A short introductory course for those wanting to know more about different printmaking techniques. Monoprinting, relief printing using lino and dry point etching will be demonstrated and participants will be able to practice all three. All materials are supplied.

This twelve week evening class offers an introduction to printmaking processes including; drypoint,solar-plate etching, monoprint and relief prints from collage blocks. No previous knowledge is required, but returners with some printmaking experience welcome, plus students familiar with other art forms or wishing to supplement their studies elsewhere. Thursdays 19:00-21:30 Term 1: 5th June - 10th July Term 2: 24th July - 28th August Course fee: Member/Friend £40.00 Non-Member £45.00 Evening Class £50 per six week term

FREE! Easter holiday printmaking workshops for children on Monday 31st March, Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd April. The session times are 10-12 and 1-3pm. The sessions are led by professional artists and cater for all ages. Children must be accompanied. All materials are provided.