Year 11 pupils from Wellington School in Timperley spent 2 days immersed in the world of printmaking. Pupils threw themselves into the process producing over 500 prints on the theme of seaside and insects. A diverse range of techniques was explored; engraving, chine college, relief printing. mono printing and mixed media prints. The pupils demonstrated […]
Year 2 pupils from Sacred Heart RC Primary School explored the world of relief printing , looking at the work of Orla Kiely and 1960’s wallpaper. Using textured wallpapers to create relief printing blocks , the pupils really threw themselves into the spirit of printmaking, inking and printing their creations using water-based inks.
Year 5 and 6 pupils from Blackrod Primary School were inspired by the lino prints of Roger Hampson during workshops in March. The prints which were displayed at school , formed the basis of some excellent drawings which were later turned into poly prints and engraving. Working with artist Alan Birch, each pupil inked and […]
Year 1 pupils from Websters Primary School in Manchester were introduced to the world of print at the Whitworth. Pupils explored the landmarks of Whitworth Park and the route from their school to Manchester. After making drawings, poly prints were made and printed , with all pupils inking and printing their own prints , using […]
Great to see the work of Simon Rogerson, Claire Groves, Jo Beggs and Kay McIntosh in the exhibition at Home. Good to know that all their hard work has been recognised!
Students from Hathershaw College in Oldham, developed their drawings into print with artist Alan Birch. Students explored the technique of drypoint, collage and mixed media prints. Some excellent prints were produced. ” Thanks for a great session! ” Louise Mills . Curriculum Leader – Expressive Arts
Members of George House Trust in Manchester, spent a morning printing with artist Alan Birch. Having already had a tour of the Whitworth , members looked at printed works from the collection. Some excellent engravings were produced looking at the works of David Hockney, Aubrey Beardsley and others.
Teachers from Catholic secondary schools in Manchester spent the day printing with artist Alan Birch. As part of the Mancep Training Day at Xavarian College, teachers explored a range of printing techniques including engraving, nonprinting, relief printing and collage. Hopefully these techniques will be seen in the classroom.
Brilliant work by the pupils from St Johns Primary School in Longsight. The workshops in conjunction with the Whitworth involved 180 pupils from Reception to Year 2 and referenced the work of Kandinsky, Lucienne Day and Pop Art . Joint prints were also printed at Prospect Studio.It was great to see children and staff getting […]
Year 5 pupils from Our Ladys and St Anselms Primary School produced some excellent prints based on the work of Roy Lichtenstein. The layered prints involved drawings, engravings, relief printing and text. I was very impressed by their drawing skills.
Printmakers have been busy at Prospect Studios in the last month. Great work by Sheila Blair, Tony Robinson,Pete Cave, Maria Murtagh and Caroline Johnson. Lino prints, collographs, sugar lift, etching and collage.
Visitors to Prospect Studios raised at least £160 for Macmillan during the Open Studio event . 9 members of the print class, came up trumps again baking delicious cakes and Sheila Cave once again excelled herself. Its a great Open Studio tradition and is now expected.
Once again, Prospect printmakers took part in the 20 20 print exchange organised by Hot Bed Press. 15 printmakers produced an edition of 25 prints and received a collection of 20 prints from print studios in the UK and beyond. This is the 15th time prints have taken part and once again ha great variety […]
Hawthorn Printmakers came to show their products as Prospect Printmakers before Christmas. Michael showed his range of rollers tools and inks to members of the group. Printers were particularly impressed by his range of inks, especially his silver and gold pigments. Michael shows his stock to Carolyn Murphy, Mel McMinn and Peter Cave.
Artists have been busy producing prints in the run up to Christmas. Experimental prints have been the order of the day with artists working on mixed media prints, multi plate prints and Chine colle pieces. Works by Ruth Bradshaw Sheila Blair Caroline Johnson Kay Mcintosh Pete Cave Karen Vine.