Printmaking for Illustration
Course summary
Code: R251292A
Location: Rochester Adult Education Centre
Cost: £120.00 to £160.00
Starting: Tuesday 21 April 2026
Duration: 10 sessions over 10 week(s)
Time: 13:00
By continuing you confirm that you are 19 or over on 31 August and have agreed to the the Terms and conditions
Description
Join our professional tutor in our historic studio and develop your skills in Art and Design printmaking for illustration Join this friendly class for peaceful and productive sessions and learn some new art and design skills for the design and development of illustration techniques and ideas.
You will find inspiration from a wide range of texts and explore the works of influential illustrators before creating your own work and developing your printmaking skills.
If you are interested in developing your creative skills, book onto one of our courses from the Creative Arts offer.
What Will I Learn On This Course?
Learners will:
1. Identify and analyse at least 3 suitable texts / stimuli for illustration
2. Explore and analyse the work of at least 3 different illustrators
3. Experiment with at least 3 different printmaking methods
Learners will also:
• Learn how to manipulate tools and materials for different effects / genre of design
• Learn how to develop ideas and design
• Learn how to create prints for a given / created theme
Whether you would like to learn new creative skills or to investigate the possibility of a new art-based career, MAE Community Learning courses can provide you with a stepping stone to progress
Is This Course Suitable For Me?
Suitable for complete beginners or those with some art & design experience
Is There Anything Else I Need To Know About This Course?
Please be aware that whilst this course is practical in nature some sessions will include theory and professional related training such as H&S, risk assessments, public liability etc
Learners will need the following tools and equipment please do not purchase until you are sure the course will run:
Basic tools and equipment will be provided for the first session, although if you already have some printmaking tools and equipment, you may like to bring them with you to use.
Your tutor will discuss item for further classes during the first session.
Will There Be Additional Costs?
Basic tools and equipment will be provided for the first session. Learners will be advised what to buy after the first session.
Please do no buy any tools and equipment until you know that the course will run
What Could I Go On To Do After This Course?
Your tutor can talk to you about other subject related course available.
Medway Adult Education works with many partners locally such as MidKent College, Medway School of Arts and the University of Kent; information about their courses can be found in our studios, café and on Moodle. Medway has an exciting and wide-range of events, exhibitions and activities to inspire and help you make further progress - please see the community noticeboards in the Rochester Centre and again on Moodle. Your tutor will be able to talk through your individual progression options.
If you wish to explore your learning, work or career options, you can speak to a fully trained careers advisor on 0800 100 900. https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
If you need further advice, please telephone 01634 338400.
What Is The Attendance Policy?
To get the most out of your course you will need to attend as many sessions as possible. We recommend at least 85%. If you do have a holiday booked during term time, please let the tutor know in advance so that we can help you catch up on missed sessions and ensure that you still achieve the course outcomes. If you are unavoidably ill or unable to attend, please contact 01634 338400 so that we can let your tutor know, and so they can send you any work you may have missed
Health & Safety
Health and Safety Disclaimer
By participating in the live class, you accept that you understand that art involves potentially hazardous tools and equipment and that such activity carries the risk of injury. You understand that it is your responsibility to judge your motor skills and physical ability.
It is your responsibility to ensure that by participating in classes and activities from Medway Adult Education, you will not exceed your limits while performing such activity, and you will select the appropriate level of task for your skills and abilities.
You understand that this is a art activity, and you will need to be suitably dressed, you will need protect your work surface and be mindful of the correct Health & Safety processes when working with art materials. MAE is not responsible for damage to items in your house / home or person.
The creators, owners and distributors of this site and the material available MAE are not responsible for any injuries you may experience because of your use of this site and the material contained here on. By remaining on this site and/or accessing and / or using any material, you are accepting that you have read, understood and agreed to follow these basic instructions.
Location
Rochester Adult Education Centre
Rochester Community Hub
Eastgate
Rochester
ME1 1EW