With Master Printmaker Michele Hetherington
Carborundum printmaking is a direct, painterly collagraph technique where silicon carbide grit (carborundum) is mixed with adhesive and applied to a plate to create textured, tonal images. Known for its painterly qualities, carborundum allows for bold marks, tonal depth, and dynamic compositions.
Throughout the workshop, participants will experiment with direct mark-making, layering, and surface-building techniques, followed by demonstrations of inking and printing using an etching press. Carborundum is valued for its versatility, expressive potential, and the ability to create large-scale work.
Suitable for beginners and those with printmaking experience, the workshop encourages an open, exploratory approach. By the end of the two days, participants will have produced a series of prints and gained a strong foundation in this dynamic technique.
This is a two-day Workshop with a minimum of 5 participants. Maximum 8. Cost covers all materials. Bring your own lunch.