About
Create a woodblock print in colour, inspired by the work of master printmaker – Utagawa Hiroshige.
Learn how Hiroshige applied the bokashi (gradation) technique in his prints, and then use his work as inspiration to design your own block that incorporates the bokashi technique effectively.
During the course, students will learn a step-by-step process for creating colour woodblock print with a subtle gradation of tone or multiple colours.
As well as producing a print, students will learn how to use and look after their tools, brushes and papers in detail, and to produce their own prints independently after the course has ended.
Lastly, students will also have the chance to see the blocks and prints used for bokashi technique film presented at Hiroshige: artist of the open road exhibition at the British Museum in 2025 with the artist’s explanation.
Please plan to attend the full duration of each day of the course, as new topics will be introduced daily.
Key Information
Who is this workshop for?
All levels of ability and experience welcome. You must be aged 18 or over to participate in our programmes.
How many people can attend?
8 people
What days do I attend?
Monday – Friday, 29 June – 3 July 2026, 10:30 – 16:30
What materials do I need?
Students should bring with them a set of at least 12 pencil colours.
All other materials will be provided.
Wear comfortable clothing that you do not mind getting slightly messy. Avoid wearing baggy clothing (especially sleeves), loose jewellery, high heels or open-toed shoes.
Where will this course take place?
At The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, 19-22 Charlotte Road, London EC2A 3SG
FAQs
Do you offer concessions?
Yes, we offer concessions for Seniors/60+, full-time students and people who are unemployed/in receipt of benefits.
Concessions cannot be applied in retrospect. To receive a concession, please apply via our online form. We will then send you a discount code to use when booking your space.
Terms & Conditions
The School reserves the right to discontinue or suspend a Course up to fourteen (14) calendar days before the advertised start date of the Course. This course requires a minimum number of enrollments to run.
The School may take and use images of you and/or your work for course advertisement and social media purposes.
Our normal terms and conditions apply.
Tutor Biography
Hiroko Imada studied at the Slade in printmaking and while she was there she started to teach Japanese Woodblock Printing. She established the course at the British Museum in 2000 and the PSTA in 2017 and has been teaching there since then. She was commissioned by the British Museum twice to create a woodblock print and most recent one is to create colour print inspired by Hiroshige’s print for the exhibition “Hiroshige: artist of the open road”.
