workshop facilities

Intaglio workshop

Facilities for steel, copper and zinc etching; engraving; photo etching and monotype.
Takach motorised etching press 42" wide.
2 x Rochat etching press 26" wide.

Relief print workshop

Facilities for wood engraving and wood/lino cutting.
Columbian Eagle press 24" x 36".
Bewick and Wilson "Clydesdale" motorised press 42" wide.

Screenprint workshop

Facilities for autographic, photographic and mono screenprinting.
Kippax vacuum table 44" x 56".
Kippax vacuum table 44" x 56".
McCormack vacuum table 58" x 83".
60" x 80" printdown frame with 3kw metal halide light source.

Digital imaging and print suite.

1 x 27" iMac Intel desktop computer (staff only)
1 x 21" iMac Intel desktop computer (staff only)
1 x 27” iMac Intel desktop computer (for member use)
1 x large format (44") Epson 9600 inkjet printer
1 x large format (44") Epson SureColour SC-P8000 inkjet printer
1 x large format (64") Epson SC-P20000 inkjet printer
1 x A3 flatbed scanner

Rosetta RIP Server
Shiraz RIP Server

For workshop members experience of digital processes is a requirement to use this facility, however also introductory classes can be arranged.

Workshop services available include:

Digital Print Service
An exhibition quality large format digital printing service is available using the latest Epson pigment inks and a variety of fine art papers. Print onto acetate also available.

Editioning Service
Professional print production at a daily rate of £240 + VAT

Current Opening Hours:

Workshop:

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday & Saturday 10am - 5.30pm
Closed Sunday & Monday