Course: Experimental and Breakdown Screenprinting
Venue: Gloucestershire Print Co-operative, Stroud https://www.gpchq.co.uk/courses/
Date: Saturday 5th September 2026
Experimental and Breakdown Screen Printing: Creating Colourful, Textural Prints
Breakdown screen printing is an experimental, organic process for creating unique prints on fabric and paper. It produces vibrant colours, rich textures and beautifully distressed marks. Enjoy the surprise, as each print reveals its own unique character.
Using thickened dyes, you’ll create textures and imagery on a screen with everyday materials, such as string, and natural objects, including leaves. You’ll also explore a range of additional textural print techniques to enrich your designs.
At the end of the day, you’ll take your prints home to rinse and dry. They can then be used for sewing, embroidery, mixed media and art projects, or developed further through additional print or digital design.
Suitable for all levels of experience.
Course: Gelliplate Printing
Venue: Gloucestershire Print Co-operative, Stroud https://www.gpchq.co.uk/courses/
Date: Saturday 3rd October 2026
There will be a maximum of 6 people on this course
ABOUT THE COURSE
Introduction to experimental and creative Gelliplate Printmaking
Gelliplate monoprinting is a fun, experimental and intriguing way to create unique, textural and colourful patterns and art. Use everyday items (e.g. string) and natural objects (e.g. leaves) to create textured prints. You will experiment with using stencils and layering your prints. You can choose to print on paper, fabric or both.
The course will be experimental and fun, with help and advice given to enable you to get the most out of the day. Paper prints can be used for art and creative projects. Fabrics can be fixed and are then ready for your own sewing, art or embroidery.
Basic materials, tools, ink and paper will be provided. Additional materials may be available to buy from the tutor or the art shop next door. We limit our course numbers to 6 – in order for you to get the most from our tutors and the facilities.
This course is suitable for all levels. Please wear old clothes and bring an apron.
Course: Advanced Gelliplate Printing
Venue: Gloucestershire Print Co-operative, Stroud https://www.gpchq.co.uk/courses/
Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
Introduction to experimental and creative Gelliplate Printmaking
Advanced GelliPlate Printing: Layering, Image transfers & Mixed Media. Designed for those with some previous Gelliplate experience, this inspiring one-day workshop will help you develop more sophisticated printing techniques and a deeper
understanding of layered image-making.
Explore advanced processes including reverse painting, image and text transfers, multiple transfer compositions, texture building, ghost printing and plate reworking.
You will learn how to combine Gelliprints with collage, drawing and mixed media techniques to create rich, expressive artworks and cohesive print collections. The emphasis is on experimentation, creativity and developing your own visual language while gaining confidence in making more intentional and resolved work.
By the end of the workshop, you have a collection of layered prints, mixed media artworks and plenty of ideas to continue your creative exploration.
Suitable for: A basic knowledge of Gelliplate printing is required.*
