What’s On
What’s On
Past Exhibitions
Upcoming Exhibitions
Cyanotype Printmaking with Josephine McCormick
Cyanotype Printmaking with Josephine McCormick
This is a beginner-friendly class whether it is your first time with printmaking and you’d like to do something creative in your spare time or build upon existing creative practice - everybody is welcome.
Josephine McCormick, our tutor, will demonstrate each stage of the cyanotype technique, provide samples, and offer support and advice throughout the day. You will be given a handbook for your reference as well.
A cyanotype is a process that produces a lovely cyan-blue image when paper, coated with a light-sensitive liquid, is exposed to ultraviolet light. It is a wonderfully flexible, simple, and beautiful print process!
You will have lots of time and space to make your work and experiment with the range of techniques that cyanotype printing allows and will leave with a handful of your prints at the end of the day.
All materials are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own botanicals. These could be leaves or flowers you have picked or flat objects such as pieces of lace or feathers.
Details
Saturday 20th April, 2024. 10am – 4pm
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Collagraph Course with Ivan Frew
Collagraph is a printmaking technique that has evolved as an experimental process involving layering and glueing. This technique is quite simple to understand and can be picked up quickly. The resulting images are visually rich, painterly and textured.
To create a collagraph print, you start by making a printing plate out of materials like card, Polyfilla, PVA glue, wood glue, carborundum, fabric, natural materials, or acrylic floor varnish. These materials are relatively inexpensive and easy to find.
Once you have your printing plate, you can start to build up the image by adding more layers of materials. This can be done by gluing different textures, shapes, or colours onto the plate. You can use anything from string and lace to sand and leaves to create interesting textures and patterns.
Once the plate is complete, ink is applied to the surface, filling in the areas between the raised textures. Then, a sheet of paper is pressed onto the plate, transferring the ink onto the paper and creating a print.
The beauty of collagraph printing is that the resulting prints are one-of-a-kind and have a unique texture and character. It's an affordable and accessible printmaking technique that can be easily adapted to fit any style or skill level.
Details
All materials are provided
Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th April, 2024. 10am-4pm
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Bookbinding with Karen Daye-Hutchinson
Join artist Karen Daye-Hutchinson for an immersive course on Bookbinding. In this course, you'll have the opportunity to delve into the world of Artists' Books, combining traditional bookbinding techniques with a touch of sculptural artistry.
You'll embark on a creative journey, exploring the intricacies of bookbinding, closely with Karen Daye-Hutchinson, a renowned artist, as she guides you through the process of creating a stunning book. Using beautiful traditional book cloth, you'll learn how to construct durable and visually captivating covers.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage in a hands-on experience, expand your creative horizons, and acquire valuable bookbinding skills.
Details
Saturday 30th March 2024. 10am - 4pm
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St. Patrick’s Day: Letterpress Printmaking
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Text & Language Printmaking Using Letterpress
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World Book Day: Letterpress Printmaking
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Lino Relief Carving Course with Dónall Billings
Explore the Art of Linocut Printmaking! Join our exciting two-day class and unlock your creativity with lino carving and printing. Whether you're a beginner or simply want to experience the joy of carving and printing, this course is perfect for you.
All the materials you need will be provided, and our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way. No need to worry about bringing anything else but your enthusiasm!
Please note that the lino size for this class is limited to A5 (14.8 x 21 cm). This allows for focused learning and ensures you can create a stunning piece within the workshop's timeframe.
To make your experience truly personal, please bring along an image or idea to work from. It could be anything that inspires you – drawings, sketches, or even photographs. Feel free to bring your images in paper or digital formats, compatible with MAC computers on USB.
Mark your calendars for the upcoming class, which will be held over two days, with a week's break in between. This allows ample time for carving, refining, and perfecting your linocut print.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore the art of linocut printmaking! Join us, unleash your creativity, and walk away with a beautiful piece of art that you can proudly display. Reserve your spot today and let the artistic journey begin!
Details
Two-part Course
Tuesday 6th February, 2024. 6pm - 9pm
Image selection, press preparation, health and safety, drawing your image on the lino, carving the image
Tuesday 13th February 2024. 6pm - 9pm
Mixing inks, finish carving the image, paper preparation, proofing the print, printing a limited edition. Cleaning up, storing and caring for prints
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Drypoint Printmaking with Coby Moore
Discover the fascinating world of printmaking by exploring the versatile and dynamic techniques of drypoint. In this workshop, you will learn how to create unique and expressive prints that are full of detail and texture.
Drypoint is a printmaking technique where a design is scratched into a metal or plastic plate using a sharp tool, creating fine lines and delicate details that result in a unique and expressive look. Using a matrix (perspex), you will explore abstract and illustrative ways to create your designs, resulting in prints that are visually interesting and complex.
In this workshop, you will learn how to create a matrix with drypoint lines. You will also learn how to print onto high-quality, archival printing paper using archival inks to ensure that your prints will last a long time without fading or deteriorating.
Whether you're an experienced artist or new to printmaking, this workshop is a great opportunity to expand your skills and express your creativity in new ways. Come join us and learn the techniques of drypoint and carborundum printmaking to create unique and expressive prints that are full of detail and texture.
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Hardback Book Binding with Karen Daye-Hutchinson
Make a beautiful hand stitched book during this I day course. Learn the essentials of this craft with step-by-step instructions on how to make your own journal or artist book. This is a great foundation in traditional bookmaking and how it can be adapted.
Date: Saturday 9 December
Time: 10am – 4pm (sandwich lunch & materials included)
Venue: Down County Museum
Price: £55/£50 concession
Tutor: Karen Daye-Hutchinson
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The Boundary Collectives: Print Edition
The Boundary Collectives: Print Edition
Opens Thursday, 7 December 2023 From 6:00-21:30
Annual Members Christmas Exhibition 2023
Annual BPW Members Christmas Exhibition 2023
Opens Thursday, 7th December 2023, 6–9pm
Vault Christmas Market 2023
Vault Christmas Market 2023
Opens Saturday, 2 December 2023 From 12:00-17:00
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Drypoint Workshop with Coby Moore
Drypoint is an intaglio printmaking method that involves scratching an image into a plate with a pointed tool. These lines create a burr that holds ink, meaning that the print reveals the drawing. Intaglio printmaking is the opposite of relief printmaking as it is the sunken areas of the plate that print rather than the raised areas.
Drypoint is an easy technique to get to grips with and is a great method if you would like to take your drawings into print. It’s easier than etching as it requires less specialist equipment and no chemicals or acids. Drypoint plates can be made in copper, zinc or plastic.
Drypoint workshops are suitable for both beginners or people who have done some printmaking before but want a refresher. Experience in printmaking is not required as the tutor will guide you through each process in a step-by-step way through demonstrations and showing examples of the different techniques.
To ensure a focused learning experience, the image size for this course will be limited to A5 - A4 size plastic plates printed onto archival paper. This allows you to concentrate on the techniques and create a high-quality print within the workshop's timeframe.
Please bring along an image or idea that inspires you. It could be a drawing, a sketch, or even a photograph.
All materials are provided on this course.
Date: Saturday 18 November
Time: 10am – 4pm (sandwich lunch & materials included)
Venue: Down County Museum
Price: £55/£50 concession
Tutor: Coby Moore
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Miwanzo: Mise i mo dhuine nua
Make sure you don't miss the upcoming exhibition "Miwanzo: Mise i mo dhuine nua" by 1 Nation at Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich - Ballaí Bána Gallery. The event kicks off on the 9th of November, 2023, from 7 pm to 9 pm, and continues until the 11th of November, 2023.
‘Hill of Stone’, a solo exhibition by Eamonn McCrory
Hill of Stone, exhibition opening:
Thursday, 2nd November 2023, 6—9pm
Exhibition Continues 2nd – 27th November 2023
Screen Print Workshop with Dónall Billings
You will get the opportunity of printing onto paper using a selected colour or black ink. Whether you're a beginner, seeking a refresher, or eager to print a specific image, this course is perfect for you.
Additionally, we'll guide you through paper preparation, ink and medium mixing, and the final printing process.
The class is designed to be accessible and beneficial to both beginners and those looking to refresh their skills. We provide a supportive environment where you can explore your creativity and develop your screen-printing abilities.
Please bring along an image or idea that inspires you. It could be a drawing, a sketch, or even a photograph.
To ensure a focused learning experience, the image size for this course will be limited to A4 (21 x 29.7 cm). This allows you to concentrate on the techniques and create a high-quality print within the workshop's timeframe.
Rest assured, all the materials you need, as well as expert guidance, will be provided throughout the class. Just bring your enthusiasm, and we'll take care of the rest!
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the art of screen printing. Reserve your spot today and get ready to unleash your creativity and walk away with beautiful, printed pieces that you can proudly showcase. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the world of screen printing!
Please forward your images (A4 size) to studio@bpw.org.uk in preparation for this class as screens will be prepared in advance of the class.
Date: Saturday 21 October
Time: 10am – 4pm (sandwich lunch & materials included)
Venue: Down County Museum
Price: £55/£50 concession
Tutor: Dónall Billings
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‘Room,’ a solo exhibition by Lisa Murray
Exhibition Opening Thursday, 5th October 2023, 6—9pm
Exhibition Continues 5th – 27th October 2023
Linocut Printmaking with Dónall Billings
Explore the Art of Linocut Printmaking! Join our exciting one-day class and unlock your creativity with lino carving and printing. Whether you're a beginner or simply want to experience the joy of carving and printing, this course is perfect for you. Get ready to transfer your image onto archival printmaking paper using a single selected colour or black ink.
All the materials you need will be provided, and our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way. No need to worry about bringing anything else but your enthusiasm!
Please note that the lino size for this class is limited to A5 (14.8 x 21 cm). This allows for focused learning and ensures you can create a stunning piece within the workshop's timeframe.
To make your experience truly personal, please bring along an image or idea to work from. It could be anything that inspires you – drawings, sketches, or even photographs.
Mark your calendars for the upcoming class. This allows ample time for carving, refining, and perfecting your linocut print.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore the art of linocut printmaking! Join us, unleash your creativity, and walk away with a beautiful piece of art that you can proudly display. Reserve your spot today and let the artistic journey begin!
Date: Saturday 30 September
Time: 10:00am – 4pm (sandwich lunch & materials included)
Venue: Down County Museum
Price: £55/£50 concession
Tutor: Dónall Billings
Upcoming Classes
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Oíche Chultúir: Prós Le Priontáil
Oíche Chultúir: Prós Le Priontáil
We’re thrilled to be part of Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir! Join us on Friday, September 22nd, 2023, for a celebration of Irish culture and creativity.
About Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir
Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir is a national moment, a vibrant tapestry that celebrates the richness and diversity of Irish culture. It connects people to cultural activities both locally and nationally, fostering a sense of belonging and discovery.
As part of this incredible event, we’re excited to showcase our Prose To Print (Prós Le Priontáil) exhibition. It’s a fusion of literature and art, featuring original prints inspired by prose, poetry, authors, lyrics, singer-songwriters, languages, and text through various printmaking mediums.
Learn more at: culturenight.ie/event/prose-to-print-pros-le-priontail/
For any inquiries or further information, please contact us at office@bpw.org.uk.
We look forward to welcoming you to this remarkable exhibition.
