Printmaking Courses
Carousel delivers a variety of visual arts and printmaking workshops in our warm, bright, inclusive and fully equipped space in Exchange Place Studios, Castlegate, Sheffield.
Book onto a course below or contact us print@carouselprintstudio.com to book 1:1 lessons or bespoke outreach workshops.
Mini Woodblock Printmaking
This mini woodcut workshop explores traditional relief printing using carving tools on plywood. You'll design and carve your own woodblock, then add colour through a monoprint process
Introduction to Printmaking - 2 Day weekend course
Learn the basics of several printmaking techniques with this two day introductory course run by Sarah Godfrey
Intro to Photo Screenprinting
An introduction to photo screen printing, learn how to coat and expose a screen and print your own two layer design on paper.
This is aimed at beginners who would like to try out this process, as well as those who are refreshing their skills. It is perfect for printmakers who would like to become a member of Carousel Print Studio and use the screen printing facilities.
Joe McDonnell will show you how to create a colour fountain background then over print with a detailed photo layer.
5 Hour Course - £85
Letterpress printmaking
The workshop will enable participants to typeset and print, using the Adana press and to make concertina books.
Basic letterpress printing will be explained in the context of fine art practice and the genre of artists’ books.
Pair up! Jigsaw Linocut for two
Learn or rediscover the process of Linocut printmaking and create your own coloured prints
Kitchen Lithography
In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore the innovative technique of kitchen lithography to create a small edition of prints. Participants will learn the fundamentals of alternative lithography as they draw directly onto aluminum foil, etch their image with cola, and print their creations by hand.
Monotype Portraits
Get creative and develop drawing and painting skills, with Monoprint Portraits
Sticky Tape Collagraph
In this workshop we will be creating a printing plate by layering different types of sticky tape to the surface of mountcard. We will be using all types of tape, including sellotape, masking tape, parcel tape, framing tape, duck tape etc, these will be layered, scratched into, ripped, scrunched to build up a design.
This will be inked using both relief (surface) rolling and intaglio techniques. This is an exciting quick method of creating prints with contrasting textures. Discover and gain an understanding of the process while having fun and learning from each other.
Bookbinding
Discover the craft of bookbinding in our intensive one-day course designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. This hands-on workshop guides you through each step of creating your own beautifully bound book, using traditional techniques and high-quality materials. By the end of the day, you will have crafted a unique, personalised book to take home, gaining skills that can be applied to future projects.
Our experienced tutor will provide tailored support throughout the day, ensuring you master essential skills such as folding, sewing and attaching covers. The course also offers an introduction to various binding styles, paper types, and decorative options, allowing you to explore your creativity fully.
Whether you’re looking for a meaningful hobby, a thoughtful gift idea, or a
Intaglio Etching with Copper Sulphate
Create original etchings using modern, non-toxic methods to reproduce a traditional printmaking process that dates back to the 16th century.
Learn how zinc can be prepared, treated and worked to reproduce fine detailed line work prints with a unique quality and aesthetic.
Gelli Plate Printmaking
Discover the joy of printmaking in our immersive 3-hour Creative Gelli Plate Workshop. This hands-on session introduces you to the versatility of Gelli plate printing, a simple yet exciting technique that allows you to create unique, layered prints without the need for a press.
Under expert guidance, you'll explore the use of acrylic paints, stencils, and texture tools to craft vibrant abstract designs or personalised patterns. The workshop provides all materials, ensuring you can fully focus on unleashing your creativity. Whether you're an experienced artist or a complete beginner, this session caters to all skill levels, encouraging experimentation and individual expression.
By the end of the workshop, you'll take home several one-of-a-kind prints, new skills, and the inspiration to continue your creative journey at home. Join us to relax, learn, and create stunning artwork in a supportive and friendly environment.
2 Day Collagraph Course
Join experienced printmaker Sarah Godfrey for this exciting workshop exploring the collagraph printmaking technique.
A collagraph is essentially a collage of materials glued to a printing plate, to create a textured surface image, which then can be inked and printed on an etching press. Discover and gain an understanding of the process while having fun and learning from each other.
Session 1: Sat 27th September 10.30 am - 2.30 pm Making the Collagraph plate
Session 2 : Sun 28th September 10.30 am - 2.30 pm Printing your plate
Linocut Festive Decorations
Using the professional quality equipment and materials at Carousel Print Studio, you will learn how to use our small lino printing press and leave with your own unique heirloom festive decorations.
This is an easy, fun short course suitable for total beginners. Book with a friend for a fun pre- Christmas treat.
Drawing skills are not necessary to enjoy this workshop, have fun layering pattern and colour for great decorative effects.
Print Plywood Festive Decorations
Using the professional quality equipment and materials at Carousel Print Studio, you will learn how to use our small lino printing press and leave with your own unique heirloom festive decorations.
This is an easy, fun short course suitable for total beginners. Book with a friend for a fun pre- Christmas treat.
Drawing skills are not necessary to enjoy this workshop, have fun layering pattern and colour for great decorative effects.
Collaborative Collagraph - Surface Pattern
Join experienced printmaker Sarah Godfrey for this exciting workshop exploring the collagraph printmaking technique.
A collagraph is essentially a collage of materials glued to a printing plate, to create a textured surface image, which then can be inked and printed on an etching press. Discover and gain an understanding of the process while having fun and learning from each other.
Session 1: Sat 27th September 10.30 am - 2.30 pm Making the Collagraph plate
Session 2 : Sun 28th September 10.30 am - 2.30 pm Printing your plate
Nature Monoprinting
Explore the exciting process of nature mono printing using natural materials such as flowers, leaves and ferns.
You will print both positive and negative impressions from your natural materials and you will explore colour mixing, shape, texture, layering and composition.
This course is suitable for beginners as well as those who want to further develop their
printmaking and composition skills.
Dry Point with Chine Colle
In this workshop, you will explore and develop your skills in intaglio drypoint printing.
Working with a Perspex plate, you will trace your own design and use specialised
intaglio tools to experiment applying a variety of mark-making techniques, exploring both line and tone.
Photo Screenprinting on Fabric - Totes/T-shirts
Join this introductory course, learning the creative and enjoyable process of photo screen printing. This is aimed at beginners who would like to try out this process.
You will be taken step by step through coating a screen, exposing a single layer image with the exposure unit, developing it in the washout room and then printing with the image onto a tote bag.
2 Day Collagraph Course
Join experienced printmaker Sarah Godfrey for this exciting workshop exploring the collagraph printmaking technique.
A collagraph is essentially a collage of materials glued to a printing plate, to create a textured surface image, which then can be inked and printed on an etching press. Discover and gain an understanding of the process while having fun and learning from each other.
Session 1: Sat 27th September 10.30 am - 2.30 pm Making the Collagraph plate
Session 2 : Sun 28th September 10.30 am - 2.30 pm Printing your plate
Young Printmakers - Stamp Printing
A session for 16 - 19 year olds
Join Shirley Stevenson in a fun and creative session.
Learn how to make your own stamps and produce relief printed artworks.
Young Printmakers - Cyanotype Printmaking
Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic processes, using sunlight to produce beautiful and delicate blue images. Although a simple process it allows users to think in more, conceptual ways that allow more complex work to develop
In this workshop participants will learn how to coat materials for exposure, how the process works, and a variety of different processes within the main process, including the toning of images.
Young Printmakers - Tetra Pak Printing
In this engaging and interactive workshop, you'll dive headfirst into the captivating world of Tetra Pak printing.
This innovative technique not only ignites your creativity but also champions sustainability by repurposing recycled materials into remarkable works of art.
Young Printmakers - Gelli Plate Printmaking
A session for 16 - 19 year olds
Discover the unlimited potential of Gelli Plates.
By applying a layer of ink or paint onto the plate, you can transfer your designs onto paper with remarkable ease.
Experiment with different colors, textures, and mark-making tools to create unique and unpredictable results.
Woodcut Printmaking
Learn about Woodcut Printmaking, in this practical one day workshop.
Cyanotype Printmaking
Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic processes, using sunlight to produce beautiful and delicate blue images. Although a simple process it allows users to think in more, conceptual ways that allow more complex work to develop
In this workshop participants will learn how to coat materials for exposure, how the process works, and a variety of different processes within the main process, including the toning of images.
Cyanotype Printmaking
Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic processes, using sunlight to produce beautiful and delicate blue images. Although a simple process it allows users to think in more, conceptual ways that allow more complex work to develop
In this workshop participants will learn how to coat materials for exposure, how the process works, and a variety of different processes within the main process, including the toning of images.
Risograph Book/ Zine Printing
Explore the exciting process of risograph printmaking on this one day workshop…
Drawn Monotype with Stencil and Relief Printmaking
One off prints are created by marking into or layering 2 D objects and surfaces directly onto inked plates. The plate can be repeatedly worked on and inked in different ways to create unique artworks.
Ideal for anyone with an interest, no prior printmaking experience required. Create a series of one off colourful prints to take home.
Reduction Linocut Printmaking
Dive into the immersive technique of reduction linocut. Learn the basics of this creative and adaptable process.
Cyanotype Printmaking
Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic processes, using sunlight to produce beautiful and delicate blue images. Although a simple process it allows users to think in more, conceptual ways that allow more complex work to develop
In this workshop participants will learn how to coat materials for exposure, how the process works, and a variety of different processes within the main process, including the toning of images.
Intro to Photo Screenprinting
An introduction to photo screen printing, learn how to coat and expose a screen and print your own two layer design on paper.
This is aimed at beginners who would like to try out this process, as well as those who are refreshing their skills. It is perfect for printmakers who would like to become a member of Carousel Print Studio and use the screen printing facilities.
Joe McDonnell will show you how to create a colour fountain background then over print with a detailed photo layer.
Letterpress printmaking
The workshop will enable participants to typeset and print, using the Adana press and to make concertina books.
Basic letterpress printing will be explained in the context of fine art practice and the genre of artists’ books.
Experimental Linocut
If you like to experiment with your printmaking, develop new techniques and are open to surprises within your prints, come along and join Sarah Godfrey on this ‘different’ printmaking day.
Intaglio with Chine Colle
Participants will create a series of prints on paper using the same plate, developed with intglio dypoint with some collagraph, and chine colle. Led by experienced printmaker Joanna Allen, she will guide you through and introduce you to these printmaking techniques over the day course.
Next Steps in Linocut Printmaking
Learn or rediscover the process of Linocut printmaking and create your own coloured prints
Monotype Process - Portraits
Get creative and develop drawing and painting skills, with Monoprint Portraits
Gelli Plate Printmaking
Discover the unlimited potential of Gelli Plates. By applying a layer of ink or paint onto the plate, you can transfer your designs onto paper with remarkable ease.
Experiment with different colors, textures, and mark-making tools to create unique and unpredictable results.
Book Binding
Come and make your own sketchbook, using traditional bookbinding techniques. We will fold, sew, cut and cover to produce a really useful little book, which will hopefully inspire you to draw/fill with ideas/bind more books!
Our experienced bookmaker and teacher Heather will guide you through the process, in the warm and fully equipped space at Carousel Print Studio.
2 Colour Screen printing (paper)
An introduction to 2 colour photo screen printing, learn how to coat, expose, register and print a two layer image.
Tetra Pak Printing
In this engaging and interactive workshop, you'll dive headfirst into the captivating world of Tetra Pak printing.
This innovative technique not only ignites your creativity but also champions sustainability by repurposing recycled materials into remarkable works of art.
Bespoke Group Workshops
We also offer bespoke workshops for community groups, organisations and individual 1:1 sessions. Please email us at print@carouselprintstudio.com for more information. You can also sign up to our mailing list