Monoprinting with Susan Leen

Monoprinting with Susan Leen is a six-hour, hands-on printmaking workshop held in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. In a single session you’ll learn the monoprint process—mixing inks, layering textures, and using stencils to create unique, one-off images—guided by artist Susan Leen. The studio space centers on a small etching press, a rack of paper stocks, jars of pigment, and a spread of found textures; that tactile kit makes the class more like a laboratory than a classroom.

The workshop’s key features are the direct, immediate results of monoprinting, the variety of substrates (Japanese paper, heavyweight rag papers), and an emphasis on color mixing and surface pattern. Expect demonstrations on brayer technique, chine-collé, reductive marks, and registration tricks that let you repeat motifs without duplicating prints. This experience is especially appealing to travelers who want a creative counterpoint to Dublin’s streets and coastal walks.

Located in the city, the session feels rooted in local craft traditions: printmaking and letterpress have a long history in Ireland, and the classroom often displays historic presses and archival type that link the technique to Dublin’s printing past. Because each print is singular, the workshop doubles as a studio where experimentation is encouraged—whether you’re a beginner or a practiced maker, you’ll leave with a small body of finished work and a clearer sense of how texture, pressure, and timing change an image. Practical details keep the day efficient: materials are provided, so participants only need to bring ideas and curiosity; the six-hour format balances demonstration, hands-on time, and drying/finishing.

The pace favors doing over listening—expect to stand at the press, get ink on your fingers, and take intermittent breaks to assess color and composition. Accessibility and small group size mean instructors can offer individualized tips, and the workshop’s urban location makes it easy to pair with a morning walk along the Liffey or an afternoon visit to nearby galleries and cafes. Why book it? For travelers who collect experiences as souvenirs, nothing beats a hand-made print you made yourself.

The method teaches problem-solving and rapid decision-making—skills that translate back into hikes, photography sessions, or any creative weekend. Whether you’re on a short city trip or staying longer in County Dublin, Monoprinting with Susan Leen delivers a tactile, memorable half-day that connects craft, local history, and a clear, practical set of studio skills. Small class sizes ensure one-on-one feedback from Susan Leen and the chance to try multiple approaches—monochrome pull, layered color, and stenciled motifs—and the studio supplies acid-free papers and sustainable inks where possible.

Participants can buy extra paper or frames on site, and the prints make compact, meaningful souvenirs that travel well. Advance booking is recommended to secure your spot. Bring a lightweight portfolio folder today.