Saturdays 22nd June and 6th July, 10 am to 1pm then a printing time to be negotiated

Introduction to Lithography - Tusche.

Lithography is a great printmaking medium for those who love to draw. Learn about drawing/painting with Lithographic Tusche ink. It is a greasy ink that when placed in a puddle of water will leave tide lines (reticulation) on the stone . The stone is then processed and left to sit for a while. Then we will print using our beautiful old hand cranked Litho Press, rolling ink on with leather rollers and sponging down the stone between each application of ink. The first session will cover Tusche variations and applying it to a stone and then letting it dry. The second session will cover the processing of the stone ready for printing. Printing time will be negotiated.

Note: this process will use a very small amount of acid, white spirits and bitumen. Please consider this if you have sensitivities towards chemical odours.

All materials for preparation, drawing and printing will be supplied.
It is recommended that you bring a pair of rubber gloves and apron or shirt that can get inky.

This Workshop has finished - please get in touch if you would like to be part of a future Lithography workshop.