Drawing straight onto a prepared limestone surface, this method of printmaking allows for an enormous range of mark making and captures detail with exquisite subtleties. This form of printmaking has been favoured by artists including Käthe Kollwitz, Paula Rego, M.C. Escher and many others.

An introduction into stone lithography; during the weekend the two participants will work collaboratively to process and print lithographs from stone, using a 100 year old direct stone lithography press.
Day 1: Participants will be given a brief introduction into the history of stone lithography with examples; draw onto their stones with lithographic drawing materials and process their stones with an acid etch
Day 2: Participants will give their stones a second, stabilising etch; prepare their printing paper; be given a demonstration of grinding stones and finally print the lithographs from their stones.

Suitable for those with no printmaking experience and those wishing to refresh their skills.

Studio 3, Level 3, New England House, Brighton
Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 4pm, materials included