Small groups · All materials included
Come curious.
Leave an artist.
Friendly, hands-on workshops in Elaine’s Bedfordshire studio. Beginners are warmly welcomed.
✦ Beginners welcome ✦ Materials and firing included ✦ Tea, coffee and cake
Choose your experience
Studio workshops
Most popular · 2.5 HOURS
Monday morning Printmaking course
Mondays at 11:00am · 2.5 hours · Small group
Come and explore the exciting world of printmaking in a relaxed, friendly and supportive small-group setting.
Over the course, we’ll explore a variety of printmaking techniques, including:
Lino printing
Drypoint
Collagraph
Gel plate printing
Monoprinting
Whether you’re completely new to printmaking or looking to develop your existing skills, you’ll have plenty of individual support and guidance from me throughout each session.
We’ll work with quality materials and equipment, and all materials are included in the course, so you can simply turn up and enjoy creating.
With a small group, there’s plenty of opportunity to ask questions, experiment with different techniques and develop your own ideas in a welcoming and creative environment.
Small, friendly group · All materials included
11am —1.30pm · Up to 6 people · All materials
£20
per person
Most popular · Full day
Fused Glass Discovery Day
Explore powders, confetti and coloured glass, then make four coasters and a large hanging piece with Elaine’s step-by-step support.
Dates
Oct 11th 4 spaces left
Nov 8th 6 spaces left
Dec 5th 6 spaces left
10am—4pm · Up to 6 people · All materials
£110
per person
Half day
Four Fused Glass Coasters
Design and make four individual coasters while learning stencil making, layering and composing glass. I am flexible with dates and can accomodate in the week please get in touch
3 hours · Beginner friendly
£55
per person
Half day
Glass Light Catcher
Create a colourful hanging that transforms sunlight into shifting patterns. Design, materials and firing are included.Size 20cm x15cm I am flexible with dates and can accomodate in the week please get in touch
3 hours · Beginner friendly
£55
per person
Two hours
Dichroic Glass Jewellery
Make three luminous pendants using sparkling dichroic glass, coloured frit and enamels paint
I am flexible with dates and can accomodate in the week and evenings please get in touch
2 hours · Three pendants · All materials
£40
per person
TWO hours
Gelli Plate Printmaking
Dive into the colourful world of gelli plate printing! Learn how to create vibrant, one-of-a-kind prints using layering, textures and resist techniques. Experiment with acrylic paints, inks and found materials to develop your own unique style. Expect a fun, relaxed and slightly messy session!
2 hours · All materials
£35
per person
THREE hours
Collograph Printmaking with Aluminium
Create your own printing plates using aluminium foil and natural materials. Bring along leaves, flowers or low-relief plants – or use those provided. You’ll ink your plate and print using a press, producing 2 plates and up to 5 prints of each design
3 hours · 2 plates · 5 prints of each design · All materials
£40
per person
TWO hours
Lino Printmaking with Chine Collé
Learn the art of lino printing by carving your own design and printing it by hand or press.
Explore Chine Collé, a beautiful technique that allows you to add colour and texture using delicate papers such as tissue, maps, or fabric—creating truly unique layered prints.
2 hours · Up to 5 prints · All materials
£40
per person
TWO hours
Feather Printmaking
Capture the delicate beauty of feathers in print. Learn how to ink and press feathers to reveal their intricate details.
Bring your own feathers or use those provided. Create a series of prints to build a stunning, original artwork.
2 hours · Up to 5 prints · All materials
£35
per person
THREE hours
Bird Collographs (Recycled Milk Cartons)
Get creative while helping the planet! ♻️
Turn recycled milk cartons into detailed printing plates to create beautiful bird artwork.
- Choose from provided bird images or design your own
- Cut, texture, and ink your plate
- Print onto high-quality recycled paper
The plates themselves are works of art too!
3 hours · Up to 5 prints · All materials
£35
per person
Kind words
“It’s such a treat to spend the day being creative under the eye of a talented and generous expert. Plus, Elaine bakes such yummy cakes.”
Helen · returning workshop guest
Book your place
Your next creative day starts here.
Tell Elaine which workshop interests you and the dates that suit. Group bookings and gift vouchers are welcome.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need any experience?
No—every course welcomes complete beginners, with guidance throughout.
What should I bring?
Practical clothes, closed-toe shoes and a sketchbook if you have one or photocopies
Looking for ideas on pinterest
When is my work ready?
Fired work is normally ready within one to two weeks.
Can I book a private group?
Yes—contact Elaine to discuss dates and group sizes.