Genre: Classes

Celebrate the rich colours and atmosphere of autumn in this inspiring one-day watercolour workshop with Ruth Clayton.

In this relaxed session, Ruth will guide you step-by-step through a range of watercolour techniques as you recreate this autumn tree painting. You’ll master loose washes and use warm seasonal tones to bring depth, light and movement to your work.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist looking to refresh and develop your skills, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to explore watercolour in a supportive, encouraging environment. Ruth shares simple, effective techniques that make the process enjoyable and accessible for everyone.

At the end of the day, your finished artwork will be professionally framed (£7 on the day), ready for you to take home and proudly display, a beautiful reminder of a creative day immersed in the colours of autumn.

10am -4.30pm. 
£68pp including Materials
Maximum numbers 14
Minimum age 16 years

Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability). 

Immerse yourself in the beauty and energy of the sea in this inspiring one-day watercolour workshop with Ruth Clayton. 

Throughout the day, Ruth will guide you step-by-step through a range of watercolour techniques as you recreate this expressive seascape. You’ll explore how to capture movement in the waves, create depth and atmosphere in the sky, and use loose, flowing washes to suggest patterns dancing across the water. Ruth shares clear, simple methods that make even dramatic effects feel achievable and enjoyable.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist looking to develop your skills, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to explore your creativity in a relaxed and supportive setting. With gentle guidance and plenty of encouragement, you’ll build confidence while enjoying the calming, expressive nature of watercolour.

At the end of the day, Ruth will frame (£7 on the day) your finished artwork, ready for you to take home and proudly display, a lasting reminder of a creative day inspired by the sea.

10am -4.30pm. £68pp including Materials
Maximum numbers 14
Minimum age 16 years

Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability). 

During this workshop, you will design, cut and print five reduction lino prints in two colours, plus white. The class is ideal for those who have some experience in single cut lino printing and wish to develop their skills further. It is also suitable for beginners.
The workshop will cover:

• Introduction to the process of reduction lino printing and points to consider when creating a two colour design.
• Transferring the design onto a printing block
• Preparing the block and paper for accurate registration using the Ternes Burton registration method
• Cutting the design into the block, giving thought to how the separate layers of colour will print; and
• Printing two layers of colour with professional water-based relief printing inks using a printing press.
• Learn how to print without a press too.

Participants will be sent notes prior to the workshop to consider and prepare a design beforehand.

Cumbrian based artist Liz Jones is a printmaker, textile designer and experienced tutor. Liz is one of the four core makers who established nest. based in Rheged and has also been an exhibitor in the annual Great Print show in Rheged's Gallery. Liz works mainly in linocut to create original block printed fabric designs, which she screen prints onto linen and cotton.

All materials including soft cut lino, tools and printing ink will be provided for you.

Please bring with you:
* Designs & ideas
* An Apron
* Old Clothes

10am-4pm
£90 including materials
Minimum age 16. Maximum of 7 in the class
Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability). 

During this workshop, you will design, cut and print five reduction lino prints in two colours, plus white. The class is ideal for those who have some experience in single cut lino printing and wish to develop their skills further. It is also suitable for beginners.
The workshop will cover:

• Introduction to the process of reduction lino printing and points to consider when creating a two colour design.
• Transferring the design onto a printing block
• Preparing the block and paper for accurate registration using the Ternes Burton registration method
• Cutting the design into the block, giving thought to how the separate layers of colour will print; and
• Printing two layers of colour with professional water-based relief printing inks using a printing press.
• Learn how to print without a press too.

Participants will be sent notes prior to the workshop to consider and prepare a design beforehand.

Cumbrian based artist Liz Jones is a printmaker, textile designer and experienced tutor. Liz is one of the four core makers who established nest. based in Rheged and has also been an exhibitor in the annual Great Print show in Rheged's Gallery. Liz works mainly in linocut to create original block printed fabric designs, which she screen prints onto linen and cotton.

All materials including soft cut lino, tools and printing ink will be provided for you.

Please bring with you:
* Designs & ideas
* An Apron
* Old Clothes

10am-4pm
£90 including materials
Minimum age 16. Maximum of 7 in the class
Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability). 

Jigsaw Lino printing is a great way of producing a multicoloured print using one block and one layer of ink. I will help participants to plan a suitable design and help them transfer it onto a lino block. The designs will be carved and then we will cut the block into separate jigsaw pieces to be inked and printed in different colours.

Workshop notes will be shared before the workshop to enable participants to give thought to a design.

All materials needed for the day will be provided but please bring an apron.

Cumbrian based artist Liz Jones is a printmaker, textile designer and experienced tutor. Liz is one of the four core makers who established nest. based in Rheged and has also been an exhibitor in the annual Great Print show in Rheged's Gallery. Liz works mainly in linocut to create original block printed fabric designs, which she screen prints onto linen and cotton.

10am-4pm
£90 including materials
Minimum age 16. Maximum of 7 in the class
Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability). 

Create an original botanical lino print in full colour, aided every step of the way by artist Laura Sowerby. Using professional quality materials and plenty of elbow grease, you will turn your seed of an idea into a print to be proud of. All you need to bring is an apron.

Laura Sowerby creates intricate botanical prints and handmade wallpaper in linocut at her picturesque studio in the Langdale Fells. Her work has been featured in Country Living, Gardens Illustrated, Country Homes & Interiors and The English Home magazines and shown in galleries both locally and nationally – including at Rheged’s own Great Print Exhibition. Laura is author of ‘Botanical Prints in Linocut’ published 2025.

Times: 9.30am-4.30pm 
Minimum age 16 years
Maximum of 8 in the class
£95
Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).