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Lino Printing: Christmas Cards
Saturday 8 November, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
TBA
Art With Bianca.
Wrap yourself in the warmth of a cosy Christmas workshop and the satisfying art of Lino printing.
In this creative session, you’ll get to design, carve, and print your own unique seasonal card designs. Picture a day filled with the comforting scent of ink and the gentle rhythm of carving, all while creating something truly personal for your loved ones. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, you’ll leave with beautiful hand-printed cards and a feeling of festive accomplishment.
Arrive for 9:30am to start at 10am – 3:30pm (30 min lunch)
Refreshments will be provided but learners will need to provide own lunch.
Resources Required:
For all sessions bring an HB pencil, an eraser, a sketchpad, masking tape.
(If a painting session) additionally bring at least one palette knife for mixing paint and paper towel or cloths if you’d prefer.
It would be very helpful to have a drawing board.
Links to resources are suggestions, if learners bring the required equipment it doesn’t need to come from Amazon.
*Soft cut or traditional Lino sheets
*Printing ink
*Inking roller
*Lino cutting tools.
OR
Learners can purchase a starter set for Lino printing like this: https://amzn.eu/d/eDjXpnn which has everything you need to create two single block designs, this set comes with black ink. (other colour inks are available to purchase separately).
*Plain cards and envelopes like this: https://amzn.eu/d/1KJT32b (These cards are ivory in colour, you can buy any colour plain cards you like as long as your ink shows up against it).
Old clothing or an apron is advised
*Refreshments, please note although there is lactose-free milk and caffeine free beverages, if specialist dietary resources are required, learners will need to provide those themselves, likewise this is not a nut or allergen-free environment, refreshments are ingested at learners’ own risk.
Information for Students
Some parking is available to the rear of the Centre. If you have equipment to bring in, you can access the building directly into the main hall through the doors in the car park. If the doors aren’t open, please inform the office you have arrived and the doors will be opened for you.
If you think you may have access difficulties please let us know in advance, as we have accessible facilities available. Accessible toilets are available on the ground floor. Wheelchair access is through the door on the front of the Centre.
Free tea & coffee will be provided. Don’t forget to bring your lunch or you can choose to visit one of the many cafes and takeaways in town.
Please wear suitable clothing, and if you’re bringing any electrical equipment please ensure that it is in good working order with a solid plug and undamaged wiring – check it before you come!
Payment
Class fees should be paid in advance by card (which can be done over the phone- 01376 323280).
We will also accept cheques, which will be cashed two weeks before the date of the class once we are sure the class will run, and should be made payable to Braintree & Bocking Community Association.
There may be an additional cost for appropriate materials, which if applicable, should be paid to the tutor on the day of the class – please check the class details.
Cancellation policy
Fees are non-refundable from two weeks before the class unless we can sell the space to another student (subject to a minimum of six students booked). Fees may be transferable at our discretion.
Please understand that the Centre cannot afford to run classes at a loss, since we are a charity. As such, classes may be cancelled if we are unable to achieve a minimum number of students. If this is the case, you will be informed two weeks before the date of the class and your fee will be refunded.
