About this Event
Ink, Drink, Press!
Budget friendly printmaking art class suitable for beginners and arty types, to do over a few drinks.
Fantastic nostalgic 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!
Forget sketching – it’s time to get inky.
Done Drink and Draw? Want an alternative to Paint and Sip nights? It’s time to level up your midweek evenings with a different kind of pub social art class. Create and take away your own original art work - handmade prints you'll actually want to frame.
🗓️Wednesday 18th November 2026
⏰7.00–9.30 PM
📍William The Fourth, Leyton. (Find us in the Leylow - the snug events space out back)
What’s it all about?
Playtime! Why do kids get all the fun?
Use LEGO tiles to create geometric designs. Print pictures with that classic Lego vibe.
Be guided through the process of how to make your printing plate, mix colours, ink up and press!
All materials are of course provided.
Spend the first part of the evening creating your unique design by choosing from a range of different shaped Lego tiles to create an image or pattern – 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, Press!
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
Great to do with friends, as a creative date night or to socilaise with other local creatives.
Learn a new skill.
Expand your art and craft knowledge
Create a piece of work to be proud of
Low cost, low commitment
Exellent pizza, great beers and a range of soft drink options
Worries?
What if I think I’m no good at art?
- Class is beginner friendly.
- It's Lego - have fun playing!
- Simple designs are effective.
- Inspiration images are provided
- Lego is accessible and fun to work with.
- Teacher on hand to help with anything you need.
- Who said you had to be good at something to enjoy 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 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 not drinking alcohol, can I still come?
Of course! All welcome. Our venues provide a range of non-alcoholic drinks.
I’m hungry?
You're in luck! William the Fourth is home to Short Road Pizza - some of the best pizza in East London.
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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William The Fourth | Leyton, 816 High Road, London, United Kingdom
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