Wood Engraving Demonstrations

Wood engraving is a precise and expressive method of relief printmaking, often described as drawing with light.

Join Julia Timmins, Chair of the Society of Wood Engravers, and wood engravers Richard Studer and Blaze Cyan on the ground floor hallway for FREE demonstrations. This is a chance to meet the artists and watch as they demonstrate the skill and precision of wood engraving.

Take a look around the building to explore the Society of Wood Engravers’ 88th Annual Exhibition, a fantastic showcase of contemporary wood engraving.

This prestigious touring exhibition features the finest contemporary relief prints by members of the Society, alongside selected artists from the UK and abroad, highlighting the continuing vitality and versatility of the wood engraving medium.

Interested in joining Julia Timmins’ wood engraving workshop? This intensive one-day workshop is ideal for complete beginners as well as those looking to develop their skills. Click the link here to reserve your place

Ground floor demonstration times:

Saturday 4 July, 11am–1pm – Blaze Cyan & Julia Timmins

Saturday 1 August, 10.30am–1pm – Julia Timmins

Saturday 8 August, 10.30am–1pm – Julia Timmins

Saturday 15 August, 10.30am–1pm – Richard Studer

Saturday 22 August, 10.30am–1pm – Richard Studer