About the event
The course takes place over six sessions, during which you will receive individual guidance to develop your own prints, in black and white and in colour. We will work on image selection, composition and design, block preparation, image transfer, carving techniques, and printing with you.
The course includes an introductory session at the Weston Library, where you will be invited to explore examples of linocuts and printmaking in the Bodleian Libraries' special collections.
During the course you will have access to all the basic equipment you need to make and print linocut. The instructors will give you advice on materials and equipment and teach you how to print without a press so you can carry on developing your skills at home.
Participants must be age 18 and over. All materials are provided. No previous experience necessary.
Schedule
| Thursday 8 October 2026, 17.30 – 20.00 |
| Thursday 15 October 2026, 17.30 – 20.00 |
| Thursday 22 October 2026, 17.30 – 20.00 |
| Thursday 5 November 2026, 17.30 – 20.00 |
| Thursday 12 November 2026, 17.30 – 20.00 |
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Thursday 19 November 2026, 17.30 – 20.00
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Please note: there is no class on 29 October.
Tutors
Robin Wilson and Rosie Fairfax-Cholmeley are linocut artists based in Oxford at the Wytham Studio.
Event information
- The standard course fee is £250, or £230 for concessions. Concessions include Oxford University students and staff, Oxford Brookes students and staff, and Friends of the Bodleian.
- This event takes place in the printing workshop in the Scola Musicae, Bodleian Old Library. The room is accessible via a ground-floor entrance. Please report to the Bodleian Library Great Gate, accessed from Catte Street, upon arrival. Find out more about getting here.
- The Scola Musicae is wheelchair accessible. Find out more about accessibility at our site.