Special Events


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Henry Moore exhibition 12 October - 14 November - Free Entry
From 12 October, the Curwen Print Study Centre will present a rare exhibition of etchings and lithographs by one of the greatest sculptors of the 20th century, Henry Moore. Featuring over 40 works, this exhibition will explore Moore's versatility with printmaking, a medium that sat adjacent to his sculpture for decades. All works are for sale.

This exhibition is free to enter and will run from 12 October - 14 November 2026. Open weekdays 10am-5pm, Saturdays: 17th, 31st October and 14th November.

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Ross Loveday: A Journey in Carborundum 23 November – 18 December - Free Entry
A retrospective exhibition, marking the artist's 80th birthday, is coming to Curwen from 23 November. The exhibition will focus on Ross's work with carborundum as a collagraph medium, and his story of how his work in print developed after a long career as an Optician. All works will be for sale.

We will celebrate the occasion with a meet the artist event on Sunday 22 November 12.30 – 3.00pm which will include a Q&A session.

Ross teaches regularly at Curwen & his upcoming courses can be found on our website.

The exhibition is free to enter and will run from 23 November – 18 December 2026. Open weekdays 10 -5pm, Sunday 22 November 12.30 – 3.00, Saturdays 28 November & 5 December 10 – 4pm.



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Upcoming Courses & Events

Introduction to Screen Printing

11 Nov 26, 10am to 4pm, 1 day course

Screen printing is sometimes called serigraphy or silk screen printing but all these names...


Hard ground etching

13 Nov 26, 10am – 4pm, 1 day course

Hard ground etching is the most traditional form of etching mastered by artists such as Re...


Saturday Print: Gelli Plate Printing

14 Nov 26, 10am – 3pm, 1 day course

Gelli Plates are made of a thick, flexible, single layer of a gelatine-like plastic materi...


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News and Events

Ross Loveday: A Journey in Carborundum

Oct 20, 2026

A retrospective exhibition, marking the artist's 80th birthday, is coming to Curwen from 23 Novem...


Henry Moore Exhibition Announced

Aug 26, 2026

In October, the Curwen Print Study Centre will present a rare exhibition of etchings and lithogra...


Anne Desmet RA to open exhibition of 40 years of Printmaking at Curwen

Aug 07, 2026

We are delighted to be showing the work of Anne Desmet RA in the Curwen Gallery from 7 September ...


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Printmaking courses for all ages and all abilities

An educational Fine Art Printmaking charity formed in the 1990’s and now firmly established with a reputation for excellence in its field. The course programme offers something for everyone regardless of age or ability. Schools, students and teachers,visit from across the region encouraged by both enrichment and higher exam grades.

The aim of The Study Centre is to preserve and develop the essential experience and skills that underpin the concept of the artist’s original print.