An Introduction to Japanese Woodblock Printing
When
Sunday, 17 May 2026, 09:00 – 15:00
St. Marys Lodge, Marygate, York, YO30 7DR
Time
09:00 – 15:00
Price
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About this event
An Introduction to Japanese Woodblock Printing Sunday 17 May 2026 | 10am - 4pm £60 pp | Sold Out Suitable for ages 16+ Create a small edition of A5 woodblock prints to take home with you in this taster course with tutor Kathryn Desforges. Made famous by artists such as Hokusai who created The Great Wave off Kanagawa, Japanese woodblock printing, or 'Mokuhanga' technique, dates back hundreds of years and is still used by contemporary artists all over the world today. You'll be guided through designing an image and transferring it to a wood block, carving the design using specialist tools, and printing your image by hand with watercolour paints. There will also be the opportunity to experiment with using creative inking techniques such as 'bokashi' to achieve gradients and multi-coloured prints. Please note this method of printing requires a degree of arm, wrist and finger dexterity and strength. All materials and light refreshments are provided. Suitable for beginners or those looking for a refresher. Participants aged under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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