Linocut Printmaking with Dónall Billings
- Down County Museum English Street Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, BT30 6AH United Kingdom (map)
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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This workshop is designed for those who have completed our introductory sessions or have basic experience with etching, and want to explore the technique in more depth. Karen will guide participants through advanced processes, white ground, and acrylic resist, helping you to develop your personal style and refine your technical skills.
Course Details
Dates: 25th & 26th April
Times: 10am – 4pm each day
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Cost: £140
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This workshop is perfect for anyone wanting to explore a more spontaneous and experimental side of printmaking.
All materials provided — no experience necessary.
Gallery Shop
Gift vouchers can be used to purchase prints, courses or towards membership.
Eamonn’s hope for these cards are that they will be enjoyed then framed so as not to end up in landfill.
Linocut Hand printed greeting card, blank inside
5 x 7 inches
Signed by the artist
matching envelope with protective clear cover
Eamonn’s hope for these cards are that they will be enjoyed then framed so as not to end up in landfill.
Linocut Hand printed greeting card, blank inside
5 x 7 inches
Signed by the artist
matching envelope with protective clear cover
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- Tagged: Linocut, Dónall Billings, DAC
This hands-on workshop offers a creative introduction to the spontaneous world of mono-screenprinting, perfect for anyone looking to explore a unique, expressive printmaking technique. Participants will work directly on the screen, using paint and squeegees to create one-of-a-kind prints. The mono print process eliminates the need for stencils or exposure units, making it ideal for those who want to experiment with direct, free-flowing mark-making. The beauty of mono printing lies in its unrepeatable nature—each print captures the texture of your brushstrokes and artistic expression, while translating them into smooth, flat prints that you couldn't achieve by painting directly onto paper. You'll have the option to explore layering and blocking out parts of the screen for added complexity, should you wish. By the end of the evening, you'll leave with a collection of unique prints, created at your own pace.