Printmaking
Unleash your creativity with
an all-inclusive arts & crafts holiday
Available Dates
DATES 2025
All of our craft or activity holidays run for 5-nights from Sunday to Friday and start from £879 per person.
The above is based on single occupancy. A £100 per person discount is applied for art, craft and activity guests on a shared occupancy basis.
"Locating residential printmaking courses near me is challenging, but thanks to Gartmore House, I can now immerse myself in it during my stay! "
About The Course
Throughout the 4 days we will look at some different types of printmaking, experiment with colour combinations and create our own unique striking prints.
Printmaking terminology will be broken down into easy to understand language. The most important thing is to be open to have fun and expect the unexpected. You can get some amazing surprises with printmaking.
Catherine will be on hand to give demonstrations throughout the course both as a group and also 1-1. We will start with mono-printing moving onto Lino cutting (a type of relief printing). Your Lino print may be a one colour print or for those more advanced the opportunity to try jigsaw lino or reduction lino will be an option.
We will also try our hand at Intaglio printing using specific household materials, this involves the use of a specialist press which Catherine will bring for us to use.
You will take your various prints home in folder. This is also the perfect chance to do some swaps with your fellow students!
Catherine will bring a wide selection of images and prints to look through on Sunday evening that will inspire you for the week ahead. Catherines own prints have been shown internationally and she uses different types of printmaking in her own practice, loving each style for its special qualities.
Do come with some images/sketches for you to use as your reference for your prints
Course Inclusions And Coverage
Tuition
Booking for this course includes 4 days of specialist tuition from Catherine Sargeant.
Equipment
Food & Accommodation
Full board catering and 5-nights accommodation are included when you book.
Transfers
Picture Gallery
tERMS & DETAILED INFORMATION
How to book
TERMS & CONDITIONS OF BOOKING
Payment of your holiday:
If you cancel your booking:
Your Course Tutor: Catherine Sargeant
Catherine Sargeant is a visual artist and educator based in Scotland. Both her own artwork and art teaching incorporate different media including paint, inks, print and collage. With over a decade of experience teaching on art holidays she says “Teaching mixed ability groups is exciting, I strive to meet everyone at their own level, encouraging folk to explore their creativity and also to have fun..” Catherine works from her Edinburgh, Patriothall WASPS studio, initially awarded to her on Graduating from Edinburgh College of Art during its Centenary year. Catherine tutors at Leith School of Art and freelance both in Scotland and abroad.
Website www.catherinesargeant.co.uk
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Faq
Where can I find out more about the course?
If you need any further information about your course that is not on our website, please get in contact with us and we can provide you with the tutor’s contact details who can assist with your query.
What do I need to bring on my art, craft and activity break?
Your required kit list for your specific break is shown on each course’s webpage. Your tutor will also be in contact with you, prior to your course to confirm kit lists and questions you have.
Should you have any queries, then please feel free to contact us.
What is the art, craft and activity holiday booking terms and conditions?
To confirm your holiday a non-refundable 25% deposit is required to secure your booking.
The balance of your payment must be received no later than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement of your holiday. In the case of non-payment, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and any cancellation fees will apply.
All deposits are non-refundable. Should you need to cancel your booking up to 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, we will refund any monies paid, less your deposit. If you cancel less than 3 months (90 days) prior to the commencement date, no refund will be given.
Holidays are subject to availability and subject to change. There is a minimum number of guests required to run each course. If a course is cancelled due to low numbers, you may transfer any monies paid to an alternative date or a full refund will be issued. We do advise you to take out holiday insurance for this reason.
What time do your transfer services for the art, craft & activity holidays operate?
We offer a complimentary transfer services to and from Stirling train station. Collection is at 3:30pm from the station on the day of arrival, and our drop-off service departs from Gartmore House at 9:15 am on day of departure.
The closest airports to us are Glasgow and Edinburgh airports. If you require a transfer to and/or from either airport, please select this option at the time of booking. Transfers to/from Glasgow and Edinburgh airports are available at an additional cost. After booking your flights, please update your Customer Portal with the time you wish to be collected from the airport on the day of arrival and the time of collection at Gartmore House, returning to the airport, on the day of departure. Please allow 60 minutes for your transfer between Gartmore House and Glasgow Airport, or 90 minutes for your transfer between Gartmore House and Edinburgh Airport.
Can I bring a partner/friend to stay with me while I am on an art, craft or activity break?
If you’re coming on one of our art, craft or activity holidays and would like to bring a friend, partner, or member of your family, then we have you (and them!) covered. Accompanying guests will enjoy full board catering and shared accommodation with you. Please add them at the checkout stage.