Double Elephant Print Workshop

🎨 Join us for an exciting weekend of creativity at our Linocut Weekend workshop! 🖌️✂️

📅 Dates: Saturday, December 9th, and Sunday, December 10th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
👨‍🏫 Instructor: Jeremy Speck

🔍 Discover the endless possibilities of linocutting, a popular and versatile print medium! From learning image composition to carving and registration, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of this artistic technique. 🌟

🖼️ Led by talented local printmaker Jeremy Speck, this course is suitable for beginners and experienced printmakers alike. Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge or explore a new creative outlet, this workshop is perfect for you! 🎉

💸 Price: £150.00

Don't miss out on this opportunity to unleash your creativity! Sign up today and be part of an artistic journey like no other. 🎨✨

www.doubleelephant.org.uk

🎄🎁 Join us on Thursday, December 7th for a festive day of Christmas wrapping fun at our Xmas Cards & Wrapping Paper Fun Day! 🎁🎄

📅 Date: Thursday, December 7th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Lynn Bailey

🎉 Get into the Christmas spirit with a fun print workshop where you'll not only learn simple and effective print processes, but also create your own wrapping paper, gift tags, and Christmas cards! 🎅🎉

🎁🌟 This workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to add a personal touch to their Christmas gifts and learn new skills that can be used all year round. 🌟🎁

Don't miss out on this opportunity to have fun while fulfilling all your Christmas wrapping needs! 🎄✨

ℹ️ For more information and to book your spot, visit our website at www.doubleelephant.org.uk. 📲✨

Meet our Member of the Month, Adam Garratt!
We asked Adam a few questions ahead of his exhibtion 'Embodied Labour: REWORKED' and the Maltings Taphouse & Bottleshop in Newton Abbot.

Give him a follow at https://www.instagram.com/adamsgarratt/ and visit the exhibition throughout November.
https://adamgarratt.com/

How did you get into printmaking?
I learned to screen print in my 2nd year of University when I was on an exchange programme in Rotterdam. I immediately loved the quality that screen printing could create along with the sounds, smells & the atmosphere of a print studio.

Tell us a little bit about your practice.
My practice very much leans into repetition, process & being economical. Screen printing is perfect as it allows for all of those things to come together. I gravitate to screen printing because its versatile, allowing me to print onto cardboard, plastics & mixed material sheeting. I have recently introduced figurative forms & images where an emerging theme of q***r identity & working classness is developing.

What do you like about Double Elephant?
Double Elephant offers a fantastic space to work in an environment that encourages exploration. It is founded by artists & the team are experts in all print processes, so the culture is focused on making good work, however that looks for each member.

What advice would you give to someone looking to get into printmaking?
Be nosey & ask to take a look around the studios. Look at what everyone is making & book onto a taster class.

Do you have any exhibitions or things you'd like to shout about that are coming up?
Yes. I have an exhibition called 'Embodied Labour REWORKED'. I will be exhibiting some new prints that I have been developing at Double Elephant alongside some sculptural forms & installations.

6) Anything else you'd like to mention?
Some of my new work is printed on the strips that hang in refrigerated trucks & walk in freezers. So come along to the exhibition to see prints on unusual materials.

Founder and Director .ripley said a sad farewell to his Columbian Press last week. Press engineers Giles Hovendon and colleague Mark from AMR dismantled it for the move up to new ownership in Shapinsey, Orkney for Cat Moore Printmaker.

This press came from Perth to Leicester to Exeter in 1996 where Lynn and Simon started Double Elephant with this press as their main press. It oved to Crediton in 2005 when Double Elephant moved into Exeter Phoenix and the ceiling was too low to house it!

Honiton Primary School's Year 5 and 6 students brought creativity to the library! We had great fun making drypoint prints. Thanks to Libraries Unlimited's Evolve Programme and Simon Ripley for making this day possible. 🎉
Libraries Unlimited Simon Ripley

Experience the captivating world of screen printing with our immersive Screenprint Weekend Workshop. Join us on Saturday, 11th and Sunday, 12th November from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM for an artistic journey that will expand your creative horizons.

https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses/p/screenprint-weekend-23rd-24th-september-kac6z

📚 Bringing art to unexpected places! Our outreach session at Dartmouth Library was a hit, thanks to the Libraries Unlimited Evolve programme.

🎅 Looking for a unique Christmas gift? 🎁 Why not make one yourself? Join our November workshop and create a personalized lampshade through the magic of screenprinting. It's the perfect blend of art and practicality. Book your space today!
💰£95 per person
Book here >>
https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses/p/design-print-make-a-lampshade-thurs-16-nov

💡Wonderful, colorful outcomes from our Painterly Monotype Day! Ready to explore more printmaking possibilities? Check out what else we have to offer at Double Elephant here: https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/

Evenings are made for art! Our 6-week Screenprint Evening Course is a perfect blend of learning and fun. Imagine spending your evenings creating beautiful prints. Book your spot now and bring your imagination to life!

https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses/p/screenprinting-evening-class

Unleash your creativity in the world of collagraph printmaking! We have a few spots available for our upcoming weekend workshop on 28th and 29th October. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to learn something new. Book your place today!

https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses/p/collagraph-weekend-28th-29th-oct

A creative family affair at Sidmouth Library with Double Elephant Print Workshop and Libraries Unlimited as part of their “Evolve” programme of arts activities in libraries. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents and children from Sidmouth Primary joined forces for a day of art and bonding.

Just like the amazing parents and children at Sidmouth Library, you can have a printmaking adventure with your loved ones. Secure your spots for our upcoming Family Friendly Intro to Printmaking workshop today!

https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses

Why not turn a new leaf this season and explore the captivating world of printmaking? 🍁 Check out our fantastic range of courses for October and November. Your creative adventure awaits – book now!

https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses

Did you catch us at Exeter's Heritage Harbour Festival? Our printmaking drop-in workshop was a hit! 🌟 Now, it's your turn to create art with your family. Book our intro to printmaking workshops on Friday 27th October. Let's make some masterpieces!

Morning Session: https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses/p/family-friendly-intro-to-printmaking-27th-oct-morning

Afternoon Session: https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses/p/family-friendly-intro-to-printmaking-27th

Photo Credit: Appleton Event Photography

🎟 🎟 Last couple of spaces left on this popular workshop! Uncover the Artistry of Etching Trees: A Weekend Workshop with Barton Hargreaves

Price: £165

Dates: Saturday, October 14th, and Sunday, October 15th

Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Instructor: Barton Hargreaves

Embark on a Creative Journey: Welcome to the Etching Trees Weekend Workshop, a captivating exploration of the art of aluminium saline sulphate etching. Under the expert guidance of acclaimed artist Barton Hargreaves, you'll delve into the world of trees as your muse, creating deeply bitten plates that will unlock a realm of printmaking possibilities.

Book here: https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses/p/etching-trees-weekend-with-barton-hargreaves


Photo Credit Aubrey Simpson 2018

🌟 Looking for a fantastic family activity this half term? Look no further! Our family-friendly Introduction to Printmaking workshop is just what you need. Explore monoprinting, collographs, and create collaborative art together. Young artists over 12 can come solo, and under 12's with an adult. Book your place today here!
Sessions run 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM or 1:30 - 4pm
https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses/p/family-friendly-intro-to-printmaking-27th-oct-morning

🖼️ Ready to create vibrant, one-of-a-kind prints? Join our Painterly Monotype workshop and let Lynn Bailey guide you on a colorful journey of expression. Don't miss out! Book your place today through the link in bio. 🎉🌟

🌟 Gratitude Alert! 🙏 We're touched by the wonderful feedback from Gabrielle on our Google reviews. Join us for a wide range of workshops and discover the magic of printmaking for yourself! 🔍✨

🎨 Wondering if it's time to refresh your fabric screenprinting skills? Don't miss out on our upcoming weekend workshop! Only a few spots left. Secure your place now via the link in bio and let your creativity flow! 💫🖌️
Use discount code ILOVEFABRIC for 10% off!

Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th October 10am - 4pm
£190

Are you passionate about textile design and eager to refresh your screenprinting skills? Our Fabric Screenprinting Weekend, led by the talented Esme Cooper, is the perfect opportunity to reignite your creativity and elevate your textile printing skills.

🎉 Drumroll, please! 🥁 Our all-new website is LIVE and we'd love you to take a look!. Explore the world of Double Elephant like never before.
https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk 🖼️✨

Autumn is in the air, and so is the scent of fresh prints! 🍂🎨 Join us at Double Elephant for our upcoming printmaking courses and create art that leaves a lasting impression. Book onto a course today through the link in our bio. Let's 'press' on together!

📣 Exciting news! Our talented members are taking the spotlight at Poltimore House with their remarkable printmaking creations! Join us in celebrating their artistic journey and visit them at Poltimore House this weekend, 9th & 10th September.

Join us in cheering on our members as they participate in Devon Artist Network & Devon Open Studios from this weekend! 🌟 Their artistry knows no bounds, and we couldn't be prouder. Give us a like if you're excited to see their work on display! 👍

Martha's kind words remind us why we do what we do. ❤️ Join our welcoming community and unlock your artistic potential. Ready to start your journey? Click on the link for course details. 🖌️
doubleelephant.org.uk/courses

[Martha's words: “Double Elephant is a wonderful, friendly environment in which to create art. I started as a complete printmaking novice and have grown to in both confidence and in my love of a wide variety of printmaking techniques, thanks to their patient tutors.”]

🎨 Looking for a unique artistic experience? Look no further! Join us at the Monoprinting Taster Session on September 7th, from 6:30 to 9pm, in our Workshop on the Lower Ground Floor of Exeter Phoenix.

🌈 Discover the realm of monoprinting and unleash your creativity like never before. Immerse yourself in diverse techniques, from simple to abstract, and craft prints that are truly one-of-a-kind. Let your imagination run wild!

🔓 This session also offers a glimpse into other print processes such as etching, linocut, and screen printing, broadening your artistic horizons. With our skilled tutors guiding you, it's the perfect opportunity to explore and experiment.

🤩 Don't miss out on this artistic adventure! Book now at https://www.doubleelephant.org.uk/courses
to secure your spot. 📝👉 Let's unlock a world of artistic possibilities together.

Exploring creativity at its finest with Tutors India and George! 🍃🎨 Monoprinting magic brought leaves to life at Exeter Custom House yesterday afternoon. 🍂
📯 There are a couple of spaces left on our remaining Botanical Summer School Sessions - Collaborative Plant Printing at Newcourt Community Centre this Saturday Morning (26th August) and Print a colourful garden at Cranbrook's Younghayes Community Centre on Tuesday 29th August. Book via our website www.doubleelephant.org.uk
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It’s your last chance to sign up on Eventbright to join a Botanical Screen print on Fabric workshop with . It’s this coming Saturday! You will compose your own screen with found fauna and learn how to print these into fabric. Sounds fun? Go and check it out now!

Single bloomin' colour! 🌸
Join artist Caroline Wilkins on 26th August for a workshop to carve and print a botanical-inspired piece.

Explore single-colour linocut techniques with natural shapes.

Feel free to bring in leaves & seed-heads, as well as sketchbook ideas. 🌱
We can’t wait to see you! 🎨

Meanwhile, these stunning collagraph creatures were being designed and printed at our community sessions in Alphington led by rose.stiling and . There are still spaces on our adult workshops here next week!

This weekend we’ve had four different Botanical Print Summer School courses at our studios and in the community!! Here are some of the beautiful prints from Botanical Screenprinting yesterday, run by

Blind embossing & rubber stamps - a 2-session course for just £30!

Join Double Elephant at Bookbag bookshop to explore the potential of Blind Embossing (printing without ink) and Rubber Stamp Relief prints using nature as inspiration.


                             

Quick! Where's still got space this month? 🌱 - https://mailchi.mp/0322c51e7db8/another-year-on-the-drying-rack-6060722

This coming Sunday the 13th August Double Elephant has the talented North Devon textile artist Annabel Hill from coming in to teach a workshop all about block printing on fabric. If you’d like to join her and other creatives for this workshop please visit the website for booking details.

Book your space on our two-session embossing and stamp printing workshop starting next week!

Join a small group in the fantastic .shop for two x 2 hour workshops led by .stiling as part of our Botanical Print Summer School.

Link in bio/ our website to book

In contrast to yesterday’s expressive lithographs, today’s flower from A Printmakers’ Flora is the Ragged Robin - depicted in beautiful graphic linocuts by Benedicta Fitzgerald.

It’s so inspiring to see how a printmaker can capture essential floral shapes and using contrasting colours, print becomes pattern.

Come to an all-day workshop using botanical imagery where you get to ink up and repeat a pattern across some sample fabrics and a tote bag! You can also embellish your design using inked-up monoprinted leaves and ferns. Great for beginners to have a go and learn a new skill!

You'll leave with a beautiful handprinted tote bag and fabric swatches.

Tote bag and fabric are included but participants are welcome to bring their own cotton fabric items to print on.

Spaces going fast on next weekend’s Etching Trees course at Double Elephant. Book yours today!
(Link in bio)

The course explores aluminium saline sulphate etching, developing bold imagery to produce deeply bitten plates that can be used to create blind emboss and roll over prints as well as traditional intaglio.

The process is (relatively) fast, fun and exciting, offering up alternative ways of developing your imagery.

This is a great opportunity to learn from Barton Hargreaves - an artist and printmaker based at Dartington. He makes indoor and outdoor installations, drawings and fine art prints using digital and more traditional processes like etching and screen print. He studied at the Royal College of Art and spent 11 years working as the Digital Print Tutor at the Royal Academy Schools before relocating to the South West.

Grass of Parnassus by Jenny Pery in A Printmakers’ Flora. These intricate little etchings also deeply emboss the paper and Jenny uses uneven and shaped plates for extra effect.

If you’d like to try embossing, we have 2 spaces left on our course tomorrow morning (Friday) with . Link in bio to book for any last minute night owls!