*PLEASE NOTE BOOKING AND PAYMENT FOR THIS WORKSHOP IS THROUGH KINDRED HOUSE ONLY……. PLEASE CLICK THIS LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE WORKSHOP AND BOOKING - THANK YOU https://www.kindred-house.com/workshops/block-printing-retreat-weekend-with-louisa-loakes-kindred-house-march-zpjhl

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7th & 8th June 2025

During this two-day workshop weekend you will gain an understanding of the technique of blockprinting onto fabric, with a creative approach to pattern with the block.

The workshop runs from 11am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday. Attendance on both days is required.

The weekend is suitable for all skill levels and the project is designed to be achievable for all.

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Day 1 - Pattern

We will begin with a group introduction from everyone as well as an introduction from Louisa and her background as an artist block printer. We will move on to take a look at traditional Indian Block Printing along with a range of Indian textiles from Louisa’s collection, as well as looking at other artist/block printers such as Barron and Larcher and Enid Marx’s work. There will be a selection of relevant books available for your reference throughout the day.

We will then focus on our own printing for the day. We will begin by all exploring the possibilities of one given block design and its possibilities as a pattern repeat. From here you will then have a chance to create your own designs and discover your own pattern repeats. You will finish the day with a collection of samples to feed into your work for Sunday’s session.

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Day 2 - The Block

On Sunday, using the learnt pattern technique from day 1, you will now focus on carving your own lino Block for printing onto fabric. We will talk about printing techniques and studio set up, along with fabrics and inks to use for printing onto cloth. You will have a chance to play and develop this pattern before finally printing a length of fabric to take home with you.

All tools, materials, refreshments and a simple vegetarian lunch will be provided on each day over the weekend.

***BOOKING VIA KINDRED HOUSE ONLY***