About this Event
Ink, Drink, Press!
Budget friendly printmaking social art class suitable for beginners and arty types, to do over a few drinks and chats.
Fantastic fun with friends, cool date night activity or a great way to socialise with other local creatives in independent East London pubs, bars, cafés and breweries!
it’s time to get inky!
Not into quiz nights? Done with Drink and Draw? Want an alternative to Paint and Sip? It’s time to level up your midweek evenings with a different kind of pub art class.
Chill vibes, social connections, zero experince needed.
Create an completly original artwork you'll actually want to frame.
🗓️Thursday 22th October 2026
⏰7.00–9.30 PM
📍Gravity Well Taproom, Arch 155 Midland Rd, London E10 6JT, UK (find us in the event space arch)
What’s it all about?
Collagraph printing.
Be guided through the process of how to make your printing plate, mix colours, ink up and use the specialist printing press!
All materials are of course provided.
Spend the first part of the evening creating your unique design by cutting and sticking layers of card to create areas that trap and hold ink. – Matches perfectly with drinks, food and catching up with your date/ friends/ or fellow participants.
Next, step up to the messy part! (No worries gloves provided) You’ll be choosing colour combos, mixing inks and having fun applying colour to your printing plate.
Finally, move on to the print table! A combination of damp paper and the pressure from the press, ensure that the paper is squeezed into the plate.
Peel to reveal that amazing print!
Then – Do it all again. Try a different set of colours.
What’s the vibe like?
Friendly, supportive, community feel.
Once we get printing everyone usually gets chatting and helps each other.
Expert approachable tutor on hand to give advice, support and reminders.
Why give it go?
It’s a fun night out.
Perfect for catching up with friends, a creative date night or socialising with other local creatives.
Learn a new skill - easier than you think!
Expand your art and craft knowledge
Create a piece of work to be proud of
Get to use specialist equipment without the investment
Worries?
What if I think I’m no good at art?
- Class is beginner friendly.
- Experiment! Have fun - you'll surprise yourself!
- Simple designs are effective.
- Templates are available for you to draw around
- Teacher on hand to help with anything you need.
- who says you have to be good at something to enjoy doing it?
I’m already arty, will I get anything out of it?
Definitely, yes. Bring along an image or idea you have to use. Had some amazing work done at Ink, Drink, Press! by artists. Join us!
Will I get messy?
We use glue sticks and water-based inks.
While inks are washable, certain colours may stain clothes. It hasn’t been a problem, but if you are very concerned either bring an apron or get in touch and we might be able to provide one.
Disposable gloves are provided and you can wash your hands.
I’m left-handed, am I catered for?
Yes, I provide lefty scissors. The press can be run easily using either hand.
I’m not drinking alcohol, can I still come?
Of course! All welcome. Our venues provide a range of non-alcoholic drinks.
I’m hungry?
Gravity Well aren't currently serving their own food - aside from bar snacks, but I believe they do allow delivery of veggie food - check at the bar.
Limited spaces so book now.
Numbers are kept to a limited number to ensure that there is plenty of time for everyone to use the shared equipment several times over.
Meet your Host
Industrious Lemon is founded and run by Leyton based Artist and educator Danni Leach.
With over 12 years teaching experience and even longer as an artist, you’re in good hands.
Age
18+
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Gravity Well Taproom, Arch 155 Midland Road, London, United Kingdom
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