Monoprinting without a press
1 day course
26 May & 11 August 2026
10am – 4pm
£95 including all materials
Discover the expressive world of monoprinting—no press required! This course explores a range of creative techniques for producing unique, one-of-a-kind prints by hand.
Begin by working with A4-sized transfer drawings using Rhenalon sheets to create layered prints through masking, stencils, and textured materials. Then move on to Gelli plate printing—a fun, accessible, and spontaneous way to experiment with layering, colour, and texture using acrylic paints. Learn which paints work best, how to plan your prints, and how to ink and print effectively with a Gelli plate.You’ll also explore how to incorporate magazine or photographic image transfers, masks, and cut shapes to create dynamic, layered prints with rich visual interest.
Course structure
• Introduction to equipment and techniques, with examples and demonstration
• Creating transfer drawings using Rhenalon plates and printing inks
• Building layered prints using textured papers, stencils, and masking
• Gelli plate printing: selecting paints, inking techniques, and planning your image
• Image transfer: incorporating magazine or high-contrast photographic images
• Using masks, cut shapes, and overprinting for depth and complexity
• Traditional hand burnishing techniques
• Selecting and preparing appropriate papers for different stages
Pre course information
All materials will be provided. However, if you’d like to personalise your prints, feel free to bring textures or materials (leaves, lace, textured paper) you’d like to experiment with. Laser-printed, high-contrast images for transfer with the Gelli plate.
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.
