Artist printmaker Jason Hicklin will share his vast experience of working in etching in this 3 day summer school, exploring three different etching techniques. Jason studied at St. Martins College of Art, where he was a student of renowned printmaker Norman Ackroyd. He went on to combine working as Ackroyd’s studio assistant and editioner with producing his own work and teaching printmaking at City and Guilds of London Art School. Jason is currently Head of Printmaking at City and Guilds. He was elected a member of the Royal Society of Painting and Printmakers in 1993 and has had numerous solo and joint exhibitions in the UK and abroad.

On day one, there will be an explanation of Etching techniques and viewing examples of Jasons’s prints. You will explore the possibilities of the oldest etching technique: Hard Ground Etching. Prepare your plate and continue the process, through to printing from your plate using an etching press. On day two, work on Soft Ground Etchings, from preparing your plate through to printing using an etching press. Day three will explore Sugarlift & Aquatint techniques.

Price includes all materials.