Relief Printing
Discover relief printmaking through hands-on practice, mastering the techniques to create, edition, and present professional-quality prints ready for exhibition or sale.
FREE COURSE
NZ$0
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In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 6 weeks
FREE COURSE
NZ$0
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop practical printmaking skills
Gain hands-on experience with relief printmaking, mastering both hand and press-printing techniques.
Apply professional editioning and registration techniques
Learn to create clean, consistent, multi-layered prints using industry-standard methods for registration and editioning.
Present prints for exhibition and sale
Understand how to prepare, document, and professionally present prints to meet industry expectations.
About This Course
This practical short course introduces learners to the art of relief printmaking, including creative workflow from carving blocks to hand and press-printing, registration for layered prints, and editioning. Students develop professional presentation skills and emerge with a finished portfolio, equipped to sell or exhibit their work. The programme is suitable for those looking to expand creative practice, start an arts business, or explore career opportunities in visual arts.
Course Content
- Relief printing processes, methodologies, and creative workflows
- Hand-printing and press-printing techniques
- Registration methods for accurate and consistent printing
- Professional editioning practices and print documentation
- Preparing and presenting prints for exhibition, promotion, or sale
- Developing a portfolio of high-quality printmaking work
Entry Requirements
Must be 16 years old or over and not attending high school
Build towards these roles
PrintmakerVisual ArtistArts Business Owner
Build skills in these industries
Creative IndustriesArts & Media
Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Courses span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.
