Printing Birds and Wildlife in Linocut
Event details
Step into the world of professional printmaking with Michelle Hughes.
Discover how she transforms the beauty of the British countryside and wildlife into striking linocut art and see examples of her work from her own collections and for clients such as the National Trust.
Much of Michelle’s portfolio depicts Yorkshire landscapes and wildlife, including the Yorkshire Coast, the Dales, and the North York Moors.
Join printmaker Michelle as she introduces her new book Printing Birds and Wildlife in Linocut and shares insights into her process, techniques and professional practice.
Signed copies of Michelle’s book, Printing Birds and Wildlife in Linocut, can be pre-ordered to pick up on the evening for £18.99. Please order from Michelle’s website at least 10 working days prior to the event. After this time, only a limited number of copies will be available at the event.
Tickets include a drink upon arrival.
Thin Ice Press
This event is presented by Thin Ice Press. Open Fridays to Mondays, 10am to 5pm and Thursdays 1pm to 8pm, Thin Ice Press offers a regular programme of workshops, events and exhibitions.
Image credit: Michelle Hughes
About the speaker
Michelle Hughes is a printmaker and illustrator based in York. She creates original, limited-edition linocut prints inspired by the British countryside and wildlife. Each design is created using the multi-block linocut method. She uses oil-based inks and an etching press to handprint each of the editions. Michelle has a background in surface pattern design, homeware and fashion. She teaches both beginners and more experienced printmakers through studio workshops and online courses. She has recently written her first book, Printing Birds and Wildlife in Linocut, about how to make linocut prints.
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