Botanical Sketch to Lino Print

Unlock your inner artist. Discover simple sketching tips to capture native plants, then transform your drawings into stunning, lino prints. • Introduction to tools and simple shape drawing tips. • Sketch a seed, local leaf or flower. • Trace sketches onto lino blocks. • Demonstration of safe carving techniques. • Participants carve their blocks with hands-on assistance, focusing on texture and outlines. • Introduction of ink rolling techniques and printing on cards or paper. From observation to artwork Participants discover that they don't need to be expert artists to capture the character of a plant. Simple shapes, lines and textures can be transformed into a striking graphic image. Create something handmade There is a special satisfaction in carving your own design and then seeing it appear as a print. Each participant creates an original artwork that reflects their own interpretation of nature. All materials supplied: 1 x 15cm x 15cm lino block ink paper and card lino cut tools