About this Event
What You’ll Do
Using Islamic and Victorian tile patterns as a starting point, you’ll be encouraged to explore, experiment, and create your own unique geometric prints.
Design and create bold geometric patterns using LEGO tiles, then print your designs using a press. You’ll explore repetition, symmetry, and layered colour to produce a striking print.
What’s Included
- All materials provided
- Use of printing equipment
- Guided instruction
- Your own prints to take home
Who It’s For
- Beginners welcome
- No experience needed
- Adult/aged 12 +
What You’ll Learn
- Building repeating patterns
- Printmaking basics
- Colour layering techniques
Practical Info
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting ink on. Arrive 10 minutes early to get settled.
About the Workshop
A relaxed, small-group session exploring pattern, design, and print in a supportive environment.
Health & Safety
This workshop involves the use of printmaking materials and a printing press.
- A short safety introduction will be provided
- Please follow guidance when using equipment
- Non-toxic oil base inks will be used
- Wear clothes you don’t mind getting marked
- Please Bring A3 folder or flat card to transport work home
If you have any allergies or access needs, please get in touch in advance.
About the Artist
Fouzia Zafar is an award-winning printmaker and elected member of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers. Her work is exhibited nationally and internationally, and held in major collections including the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Ashmolean Museum, and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Her practice explores themes of identity, memory, and cultural heritage through contemporary printmaking.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Arlington Baths Club, 61 Arlington Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom
GBP 45.00
