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Japanese Woodblock Printing

Curious to learn the traditional techniques of Japanese woodblock printing? Then join tutor Campbell Sandilands, from the Dovecot exhibitions team, for this 2-day workshop!

Japanese Woodblock Printing

About Japanese Woodblock Printing

Curious to learn the traditional techniques of Japanese woodblock printing?

Join tutor Campbell Sandilands, from the Dovecot exhibitions team, who was a 7-year resident in Japan, studying it's art and culture and will guide you through this workshop.

This 2-day workshop gives you the opportunity to learn all the basics of designing and carving a block, then printing it in various colours, while at the same time being absorbed in stories of the historical and cultural context of full-colour woodblock prints in Japan.

All materials will be provided.

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