Line of Thought: Printmaking and Enquiry

This course is ideal for anyone looking to gain skills in printmaking and engage in a collaborative approach to exploring ideas. practical activities in drawing, monotype and woodcut will feed enquiry-based group discussion, which will then feed back into the making.

Printmaking and Etching

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Course details

Dates

21 January – 25 March 2026

Times

10:00 – 17:00

Duration

10 sessions

Fees

£488.00 Concessions available

Location

Shoreditch studios

Tutors

Daisy Nutting

Chi Park Cabinet of Curiosity

Overview

We will draw from an eclectic pool of artists and makers as we reflect on a diverse range of subjects from self-portraiture to protest. We will also gather inspiration from at least one visit to a museum, gallery or other destination each term.

It is worth noting that while participants will be making their own work, there will be an emphasis on community through the sharing of work and the collaborative nature of the discussions. Perfect for all experience levels: the only pre-requisite is an appetite to explore different approaches to drawing, printmaking and thinking.

Please note: Our Print Room has limited access and etching involves using hazardous chemicals. The print room environment is not suitable for everyone. Etching classes are unsuitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women, those sensitive to chemicals or with breathing difficulties.

Who is it for

Artists, creatives and image-makers of all levels welcome, including beginners.

What’s provided

For printmaking courses, a fully equipped intaglio print room is provided for students to work with etching, collograph and monoprint. Plates and paper can be bought at just over the cost-price in the print room (card payments only). On average, most students usually spend between £10 - £20 for a 10 week course.

What to bring

You will need to wear apron/old clothes and bring some ideas and source material with you. Other required materials include:

Basic Drawing Materials
Eraser
Nylon sable-type brush, between sizes 2 - 6

Optional Materials include:

Dry point needle or etching needle
Burnisher
Magnifying Glass
Scraper

If you already own any etching tools please mark them with some tape or coloured paint and bring them along. Further material lists are provided a week before your course begins.

Concessions

We offer a range of discounts. To apply, email admin@royaldrawingschool.org with the required proof. Please wait for confirmation before booking.

Available discounts

NHS Staff: 20%
Send a photo of your NHS staff badge.
Full-time Fine Art BA Students: 75%
Students on design or applied arts degrees may also be eligible. Send your student ID and proof of enrolment.
Primary and Secondary Art and Design Teachers | Higher Education Art and Design tutors: 50%
Send a letter from your headteacher or head of art department on headed paper.
Jobseekers: 50%
Send a recent DWP or JobCentre Plus letter confirming you receive Jobseeker’s Allowance. Appointment booklets are not accepted.
Disability Benefit Recipients: 50%
Send proof that you currently receive this allowance.
Tower Hamlets and Hackney Residents: 25% (Shoreditch courses only)
Send a copy of your most recent council tax bill.
Tower Hamlets and Hackney Businesses: 25% (Shoreditch courses only)
Send a staff ID, business card or a letter from your line manager.
Over 60s: 10%
Send a photo ID as proof of age.
Alumni: Postgraduate Programme or Foundation Year: 50% off short courses
Online Drawing Development Year: 50% off online short courses

Before you apply

Documents must be dated within the last 6 months (or 12 months for council tax)
Your name must be clearly visible
Accepted file formats: PDF, JPG, DOC or DOCX

All our courses are subsidised.

Hero image: 'Tottenham Marshes' by Rose de Borman

Tutors

Daisy Nutting

Tutor, Drawing Year Alumni, 2020