A Complete Introduction to Collagraphs 2-day course
2 day course
1 & 2 May, 10 & 11 September 2025
10am to 4pm
£195 including all materials
Collagraph is a technique that relies upon the surface quality of different materials, which are glued onto a printing plate, to produce an image. Marks can also be cut and scored into the plate, and the plates can be printed simultaneously as an intaglio and relief image. Design and construct your Collagraph plates using found objects, and experiment with Carborundum and gesso to add textures. Learn varied inking techniques and use an etching press to print a variety of expressive and detailed prints.
Course structure
• Explanation of the technique with examples.
• Looking at initial designs and ideas – planning the plates.
• Choosing and using the various materials, found objects and textures – dos and don’ts!
• Making and sealing the plates.
• Different inking methods – intaglio and relief.
• Viscosity printing.
• Preparation of paper and printing using the etching presses.
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.
