This one-day workshop is ideal for newcomers to monotype and for those with some experience. The medium encourages spontaneity. Equally, time will be given to discuss planning and interpreting a subject whether semi-representational or abstract.

Using transparent A4 perspex plates, inks will be rolled up as a flat colour and transferred to a plate. Kate will show ways to create shapes: gestural wipes, expressive textures and use of stencils or masks. These will become multi-layered colours as they pass through the studio etches press several times. Hand burnishing is an option. Kate will help with colour management and effective mixing.

At the end of the day participants will have produced several exciting and experimental monotype (one-off) prints.

Suitable for beginners and refreshers alike, all basic materials are included in the course price.

Date:  Saturday 27 September
Times: 10am to 4pm
Cost: £95 / Members £90

Kate Dicker SWE RE

Kate trained at Camberwell College of Art and later completed a Masters Degree in Fine Art Printmaking at Winchester School of Art. She is an elected member of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers at the Bankside Gallery, and The Society of Wood Engravers for which she has returned as a committee member. Her monotype prints are expressive and strong, aiming to achieve the best effect from one colour over another, often combined with collage.