Multi-Colour Linocut Printing
Explore the creative potential of layered lino printing in this hands-on intermediate workshop focused on vibrant, multi-colour work.
You’ll learn how to design, carve and print using the multi-block technique, a printmaking method that uses separate plates for each colour to achieve rich, layered compositions with precise alignment and bold visual impact.
The workshop covers essential skills for multi-colour printing, including accurate registration, clean layering and thoughtful colour planning. You will refine your carving and printing techniques while producing a small edition of striking, three-colour lino prints.
Course content
- Designing prints suitable for linocut and transferring artwork onto linoleum blocks while considering the reversed image effect.
- Creating marks, textures and details using linocut tools, coloured inks and varied inking methods.
- Registering blocks with paper and hand-printing with consistent pressure for accurate multi-colour alignment.
Schedule & pricing
- 2 sessions: Saturday 27 June 2026 and Saturday 4 July 2026.
- Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM each session.
- Price: $309 GST inclusive.
Additional information
- Good wrist dexterity and hand grip are required for safely using sharp cutting tools.
- This workshop is not suitable for students under 18 years.
- Closed-in shoes are required, old clothes or an apron are recommended, and long hair must be tied back.
Details
You will learn
- Plan and create multi-colour linocut prints using coloured inks and separate plates.
- Register lino blocks accurately for clean, layered colour alignment.
- Refine carving, inking and hand-printing techniques through guided feedback.
You will get
- Use of lino cutting tools, rollers and lino blocks during class.
- Coloured inks and printing papers supplied.
- Guided ideas, demonstrations and feedback for developing your lino prints.
Appropriate for
People who have completed a beginners linocut workshop or have previous relief printing experience. Not suitable for students under 18 years.
Preparation
What to bring
- A few large hard-copy images to use as inspiration for your linocut design.
- Your own lino tools if you prefer to use them.
- Closed-in shoes, old clothes or an apron, with long hair tied back.
What to wear
Closed-in shoes; old clothes or apron recommended; long hair tied back.
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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