Workshops with Ben Topping
Past workshops and demonstrations include Christe's "Old Master Works on Paper Morning Programme", Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair and London Craft Week. As well as my Introduction to Etching Evening Course, which is located at City and Guilds of London Art School.
If you are interested in any of the workshops or courses. Please feel free to contact my email: bentopping@fineart@gmail.com
Upcoming Workshops and Courses.
Introduction to drypoint printmaking with Ben Topping
Saturday 26th September
1pm - 4pm
£45 per person
Drypoint is an accessible and versatile form of intaglio printmaking and a brilliant way to get into the traditional processes that intaglio printmaking has to offer.
During this workshop you will learn mark making techniques utilised across the intaglio spectrum as well as how to ink up and print your plate on a cast iron printing press.
This workshop is perfect for those looking to start building confidence in the print workshop and gain an insight into the language of print, its processes, and its potentials. By the end of this workshop you will have created your very own bespoke pr
ints on paper to take home with you.
This is a non-toxic workshop, utilising sustainable oil-based ink.
All materials provided.
Limited spaces available.
What to consider before arriving:
Wear appropriate clothing
Wear appropriate footwear
Bring along any imagery, photography, or sketches for inspiration
Etching Evening Course
This is a long course that runs as a part of City and Guilds Evening Courses.
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: TBA
Time: 18:00 – 20:00
Level: Beginners (18+)
Tutor: Ben Topping
Location: 124 Kennington Park Road, London, SE11 4DJ
Cost: £278/ Earlybird: 10% discount if booked by 8 September
“I enjoyed this course immensely. There was a lot to learn each week, but Ben’s teaching was engaging and supportive, and I left with a strong understanding of the different etching processes and a stack of lovely prints. Thank you!” Attendee, An Introduction to Etching, Autumn 2024
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Over the course of this 8-week programme, you will learn the fundamentals of traditional etching and intaglio printmaking.
While participating in the course, you will learn how to prepare a plate, apply a wax ground and work with an aquatint. You will learn different mark making techniques throughout each process, and how to print a plate using intaglio.
By the end of the course, you will have a strong understanding and knowledge of etching and will be able to leave with prints demonstrating the skills you have learnt.
Week 1 – Soft Ground
Week 2 – Hard Ground
Week 3 – Sugar Lift, Aquatint
Week 4 – Sugar Lift, Aquatint
Week 5 – Experimental Grounds
Week 6 – Chine Colle
Week 7 – Multi-Plate Printing
Week 8 – Editioning
What is included: All teaching and materials
What isn’t included: Images – if you would prefer to work from images, sketches or pictures you have taken, whether physical or digital, please bring these with you to the class. Please also bring an apron/wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
10% discount available for City & Guilds of London Art School undergraduate, postgraduate and foundation students and alumni, and staff. Contact eveningcourses@cityandguildsartschool.ac.uk to receive the discount code.
Please note: in accordance with Eventbrite’s Terms of Service, Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable. Any refunds made for Evening Course bookings will have Eventbrite’s fees deducted, unless we cancel the course. For more information, please see our terms and conditions.