Experimental Printmaking for 16 to 18 Year olds Short Course
Course description
Course overview
Discover the creative potential of hand-made printmaking in this exciting short course. Designed to introduce you to a wide range of printmaking techniques including: colour surface mono printing, dry point, photo-based image transfer printing, paper cut stencil methods and other relief based, textural mark-making processes using CSM's state-of-the-art printmaking facilities and working atmosphere.
The first part of the course will focus on open experimental approaches to help you find your own way of working, identity, style and technique. In the final part, you'll receive personalised tuition and feedback from your tutor and discuss project ideas by implementing the printing presses.
This course provides strong portfolio content for IB, A-level, Foundation, or BA applications in Fine Art, Graphics, Illustration or Textiles.
Who this course is for
- Students aged 16 to 18 with a passion for art and design, including beginners
- Students who would like to try something new, fun and meet other young creatives
Key information
Topics covered
- Use collage as a source of inspiration for printmaking
- Colour surface mono-printing
- Dry point
- Laser copy image transfer printing
- Paper-cute stencil methods
- Mix relief-based textural mark-making processes
- Personal advice on making inspirational and outstanding print outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Strengthen your art portfolio
- Develop your skills and ways of thinking to enhance IB / Art and Design A-level coursework
- Receive a digital badge and certificate of attendance
- Develop an open-minded approach to art and design
- Experience art school teaching
For practical information about our kids and teens courses, take a look at our kids and teens information hub. This includes details of our policies on safeguarding, food allergies, learning requirements and online study.
Materials
- Any previous work
- Found or personal photographic imagery
- Fresh colour and black and white laser photocopies / computer-based ink jet prints
- Soft texture materials (e.g. corrugated cardboard, etc.)
- Organic materials (e.g. dried pressed flowers, mosses, grasses)
- Collage / montage materials (e.g. coloured papers)
- Various soft textured fabrics
Tutor
Seán Myers
Seán Myers works with Foundation, BA and MA students at Central Saint Martins. He is an artist and lecturer and also runs a silkscreen printing studio in North London.
To see images of Seán's work visit Seán's website.
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