Abstract Seascape Printmaking Workshop

Explore the art of printmaking through the lens of the sea in this creative, hands-on workshop. Designed for beginners and experienced makers alike, this session introduces participants to three expressive printmaking approaches—linocut, monoprint, and relief printing—with a strong focus on mark-making to capture the energy and texture of a seascape.

The workshop begins with an introduction to essential tools and materials, followed by guided exercises in mark-making. Participants will experiment with pre-cut lino prints, rollers, textured materials, and drawing techniques to create marks that suggest waves, foam, ripples, and shoreline patterns. Through playful exploration, students learn how different marks can communicate movement, light, and atmosphere.

Next, participants will develop their own seascape composition. They’ll learn how to create layered backgrounds or dramatic skies through monoprint techniques. Demonstrations will cover inking methods, pressure control, and how to combine relief and monoprint layers for rich, dynamic prints.

Each participant will produce a series of unique seascape prints—some crisp and graphic, others loose and painterly—while gaining confidence in mixing techniques creatively. All materials are provided, and no previous experience is required.

You'll take away with you a collection of handmade prints, which can be framed as artworks, or used to create greeting cards and paper craft.