This is a One day introduction to the studio for those wishing to become members of the Gloucestershire Printmaking Coop. In order to do this course you should be a practicing, experienced artist-printmaker with considerable personal experience of the Etching Process. You should have applied to be a member of the GPC and sent in a completed application form to the Studio Manager info@gpchq.co.uk.

You will need to bring an appropriate image and test plate for processing.

Includes:

Portfolio interview / get to know you session with your Tutor & the Studio Manager or a Committee Member.

Studio Tour with information on the coop structure, health & safety, buildings security, location, networks, exhibitions, materials suppliers, potential for other Print methods, collaborations etc.

In-depth introduction to studio use pertaining to your discipline. This will cover information on preparing images for etching, preparing grounds & plates, using the metal gulliotine for cutting plates, using the aquatint room safely, using acid biting methods safely, setting the etching press and the clean up processes.

In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of how this studio functions by going through the print process independently.

NOTE If the tutor believes you would benefit from further courses with us they will let you know on the day. Completion of the course does not guarantee access to membership, should we feel you are not ready to work unsupervised.

Terms and Conditions:

Bookings are only confirmed on receipt of the full cost of the course. If full payment is not made, you will not be allowed to start the course. We reserve the right to cancel the course at a weeks notice.

Cancellation Policy:

The sum of £50, will be lost If you cancel at short notice (less than 2 weeks before the course start). If your place cannot be filled, no monies will be returned. Please note that it is necessary for tutors to be passed your e-mail address for the purpose of running the workshop, please see our privacy policy. For further information please email us on info@gpchq.co.uk

Additional Information

We will not be liable for any childcare, travel or accommodation fees lost due to cancellation by us.
You will need to bring your own lunch as there are no facilities nearby. Please bring an apron, some basic kit like pencils, pens, your tutor should get in touch before the start of your course to let you know if there is anything specific you need to bring.

GPC Studio Practice Course - Etching Membership