Explore our Upcoming Workshops

Baldessin Studio runs a range of workshops throughout the year led by specialist printmakers and artists. From introductory sessions to masterclasses, our workshops are delivered in small numbers by professional artists in their own right. We also offer individual, personalised tuition and technical assistance, booked by the hour or day, for a variety of project needs.

Introduction to Multi Plate Soft Ground Etching with Chris Ingham
Nov
21
to 22 Nov

Introduction to Multi Plate Soft Ground Etching with Chris Ingham

Come and discover the expressive and tactile world of soft ground etching — one of printmaking's most versatile and rewarding techniques. Unlike hard ground etching, soft ground has an irresistible sensitivity to touch and texture. Because the ground remains pliable, it can pick up the finest surface impressions — from the delicate grain of a pencil line to the texture of fabric, leaves, or found materials.

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Foundations of Zinc Plate Etching: 4 Day Summer Workshop with Robert Hails
Mar
5
to 8 Mar

Foundations of Zinc Plate Etching: 4 Day Summer Workshop with Robert Hails

Explore and produce stunning zinc plate etchings under the expert guidance of Robert Hails. Give yourself time and space to create over four days at our beautiful bushland studio. This workshop is suitable for both beginners and experienced printmakers wanting to explore a new technique or extend their practice.

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Dark Field Monotypes with August Carpenter
May
1
to 2 May

Dark Field Monotypes with August Carpenter

Dive into the world of dark field monotypes in this comprehensive two-day workshop! Dark field monoprinting is a printmaking method that focuses on creating images by reductively controlling  the ‘light’ on an inked up plate. Images are made by removing sections of ink by either wiping back or by using a variety of drawing tools to create various marks & textures.

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Introduction to Mokuhanga Japanese Woodblock Printmaking with Kay Watanabe
June
5
to 6 June

Introduction to Mokuhanga Japanese Woodblock Printmaking with Kay Watanabe

A two day hands-on introduction to Mokuhanga — the traditional Japanese art of woodblock printmaking with Kay Watanabe.

Mokuhanga is a woodcut printmaking technique hand-printed in water-based ink, typically on Japanese washi paper, using a handheld tool called a baren.

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‘One Plate - Endless Possibilities’ Copper Etching with Chris Ingham
Sept
12
to 13 Sept

‘One Plate - Endless Possibilities’ Copper Etching with Chris Ingham

During this workshop you will experiment with a wide variety of printing techniques, used singly or in combination, to change the appearance of your print. We will work with a single etched plate to produce a variety of different prints over the two days using Chine Collé, colour roll ups and some other exciting techniques. A fantastic way to explore the limitless possibilities of your etched plate!

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