Complete Introduction to Monoprinting
1 day course
26 February, 7 August, 14 November 2025
10am to 4pm
£95 including all materials
A Monoprint is a printmaking technique where the image can only be made once because it has been treated in a unique way through inking or wiping. Work on A4 sized images using a variety of techniques to create original multi-coloured and layered images.
Techniques include transfer drawing, masking, textured papers, the painterly technique, as well as using found objects and materials including textured papers, leaves & feathers. Use a selection of tools, approaches and materials to create marks. Add and remove ink to build individual layered prints. Experiment with counter prints, ghost printing, translucent and opaque inks, using presses and hand printing methods. By the end of the course, you will have created a huge variety of unique prints to take home.
Course structure
• Explanation of techniques with examples and demonstration
• Looking at initial ideas for drawing inspiration, and textures, tools and materials to use.
• Working with transfer drawing and subtractive monotypes, and the painterly technique
• Using textured papers and masking techniques to create layered prints.
• Work with two or three inked plates to combine and build layered colours.
• Using ghost, counter prints and masking techniques to create layered prints.
• Selection and preparation of papers for each stage.
• Use presses and hand printing methods.
Experience level
Suitable for beginners and those wishing to refresh their skills.
Maximum 8 places
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For all courses except CPSC Certificate course
Full payment of the course fee is required when booking a place. A reserved place is not secure until full payment has been received.
If for any reason you are unable to attend, we will refund monies paid minus a £20 admin fee, as long as you cancel your place more than 1 month before the course start date.
For CPSC Certificate course
Payment for Term 1 is required when booking a place. A reserved place is not secure until this payment has been received. Payments for Terms 2 & 3 will be due at the end of the previous term. Payments for Terms 2 & 3 will be due before the first day of each term.
If for any reason prior to the commencement of the course you are unable to attend, we will refund monies paid minus a £20.00 admin fee, as long as you cancel your place more than 1 month before the course start date. Once you start the course on Term 1 you have committed to all 3 terms. Course transfers are at the discretion of Curwen Print Study Centre.
There is an option to book your place for £100 deposit. If you choose this option your place is secured. The balance of term 1 will be due 20 working days before the start of the course. If you cancel more than 20 working days before the course start date, we will refund monies paid minus a £20 admin fee. If your place is not cancelled during this timescale, and the balance is not paid then the deposit is non refundable. All other Terms & Conditions remain the same.
Curwen Print Study Centre reserves the right to cancel courses – a full refund will be made in these circumstances.
