Copper Plate

Drypoint Workshop

Overview
(Beginners Drypoint Workshop must be completed first)

Discover the 500 year old craft of Drypoint engraving onto Polished Copper plates in our hands-on workshop.

Details:
• Date and Time: 10am - 4pm
• Location: Whitby or Robin Hoods Bay.
• Duration: hours
• Fee: £150 per day

  • 1. Introduction to Drypoint
    * Understanding the history and basics of drypoint printmaking.
    * Overview of materials and tools used in drypoint.

    2. Creating Your Plate
    * Techniques for preparing and handling the plate.
    * How to transfer your design onto the plate.
    * Incising your image using various tools for different effects.

    3. Inking and Wiping:
    * Methods for inking your plate to highlight incised lines.
    * Techniques for wiping the plate.

    4. Printing:
    * Setting up the printing press.
    * Paper preparation and registration.
    * Pulling your first print and evaluating results.

    5. Finishing Touches:
    * Discussion on editioning and signing prints.

  • • Discover a unique 500 year old craft

    Skill Development
    Gain an understanding of drypoint techniques and printmaking processes.

    Artistic Community
    Share your creative journey.

  • Materials Provided:

    Polished Copper plates. Needles and engraving tools. Inks and rollers artist papers.

    * Use of specialist tools and historic printing press.

  • Tea, coffee and cake will be provided.

    (Let us know if you have any dietary requirements, for example non-dairy milk or gluten free)

    * If choosing the full day workshop, please bring a packed lunch.

  • • An apron or old clothing (printmaking can be messy!)

    • Sketches or ideas for your drypoint image Optional

    • A book for taking notes *Optional

    • A packed lunch (tea, coffee and cake provided)

    Join us and unlock the magic of drypoint printmaking in a supportive and inspiring environment. We look forward to seeing you here!

Close-up photo of a bronze-colored fork and knife crossed over each other on a boat, with orange slices of salmon in the background.
Room with wooden tables, an antique printing press, and a large wheel with blades, possibly for bookbinding or printing, against white walls with framed artwork.

  • Guidelines and Disclaimers

    Your safety and ours is important. Our workshops are intended to be safe, fun, and relaxing events. The following health and safety guides are to ensure the safety and well-being of all.

    Workshop Guidelines:

    1. A safety briefing will start every workshop.
    2. Work safely, following the guidance given for working with engraving and cutting tools, printing presses and all equipment being used on the day.
    4. Drypoint, mezzotint, and engraving use sharp tools to incise lines in metal plates. Care must be taken with these types of processes to hold and use these tools as instructed.
    5. Have fun!

    Safety Rules:

    1. Hair needs to be tied back when working with the printing presses.

    2. The hot plate and printing presses have special operating instructions. Only operate the presses and hot plate after instruction and when it is your turn.

    3. Sensible footwear must be worn in the print studios. No open toed shoes to keep your toes safe! 

    4. Always cut away from yourself.

    5. When possible, clamp down plates to avoid slippage.

    6. Do not attempt to use the printing presses without your tutor.

    7. Remain at your designated working area whilst the printing presses are in use unless it is your time to work with the press.

    Cancellation Policy

    All payments are non-refundable, but rescheduling is acceptable up to 12 days before the workshop, or in emergencies.
    We reserve the right to reschedule workshops should the need arise but will endeavour to replace the tutor before considering rescheduling.

    Disclaimer:
    You agree that by taking part in the workshop any injuries after the safety briefing are your own responsibility.