Arts University Plymouth supports Print in Action with Jemma Gunning masterclasses

<p dir="ltr">Jemma Gunning’s prints explore post-industrial and transitional landscapes through expressive monotype and traditional intaglio techniques. Her work is held in major collections including the V&amp;A and the Ashmolean Museum, and she is a member of both the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers and the Royal West of England Academy.</p> <p dir="ltr">Her public masterclass, hosted in the Fine Print Studio at Arts University Plymouth, will explore monoprinting as a fast, expressive process for experimentation with tone, composition, and mark-making.</p> <p dir="ltr">This workshop is open to all levels and is suitable for both curious beginners and experienced artists interested in expanding their creative toolkit.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Event details</strong><br /><strong>Date</strong>: Friday 25 April 2025<br /><strong>Time</strong>: 9:30am–1pm<br /><strong>Location</strong>: Fine Print Studio, Arts University Plymouth<br /><strong>Book</strong>:<a href="https://ramp.realideas.org/whats-on/the-art-of-monotype-printing-1295802061849/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Eventbrite – The Art of Monotype Printing</a></p> <p>“This masterclass is a fantastic chance to discover monotype printing in a supportive, well-equipped space, and to learn directly from an artist whose work will inspire our students,” said BA (Hons) Painting, Drawing &amp; Printmaking Lecturer, <strong>Monika Rycerz</strong>.<br /></p>

<p dir="ltr">On Friday 25 April, students at Arts University Plymouth have been given the opportunity to take part in a free, exclusive printmaking workshop with artist and educator <strong>Jemma Gunning</strong>. Held in our specialist Fine Print Studio, the afternoon session offers a more intimate, hands-on environment for students to explore new techniques, develop practical skills, and connect with Jemma’s creative process.<br /></p>

<p dir="ltr">Now in its third year, <strong>Print in Action</strong> is Plymouth’s city-wide celebration of contemporary printmaking. Organised by Real Ideas via RAMP, the festival runs across <strong>Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 April 2025</strong> at <strong>Ocean Studios</strong>, Royal William Yard.</p> <p dir="ltr">The weekend features talks, open studios, demonstrations, hands-on workshops and a curated print fair. Exhibiting artists and speakers include <strong>Jemma Gunning</strong>, <strong>Bench Allen</strong> of Jealous Gallery, <strong>Anita Reynolds</strong>, <strong>Ley Roberts</strong>, and collectives such as <strong>Bristol Print Collective</strong>, <strong>Ironbridge Printmakers</strong>, and <strong>CAMP PrintKin</strong>.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/print-in-action-festival-tickets-1230382269489" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Tickets for Print in Action are available to order on Eventbrite.</strong></a></p> <p dir="ltr">Volunteering opportunities are available for Arts University Plymouth students who wish to support the event and connect with the region’s vibrant print community.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Volunteer application form</strong>:<a href="https://share.hsforms.com/1WH2nvatyRPeWmt9No-1Xpw50nss" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Register with Real Art Make Print</a></p> <p dir="ltr">“By supporting Print in Action, we’re proud to share our expertise and facilities with the wider creative community, while giving our students access to inspiring practitioners and regional networks,” said BA (Hons) Painting, Drawing &amp; Printmaking Lecturer, <strong>Monika Rycerz</strong>.<br /></p>

<p>We’re proud to see so many members of the Arts University Plymouth community past and present taking part in this year’s <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/print-in-action-festival-tickets-1230382269489" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Print in Action Festival 2025</strong></a> on <strong>26 &amp; 27 April</strong>, leading workshops, sharing techniques, and celebrating the joy of making. It’s a true showcase of our printmaking talent, with alumni including <strong>Suzanne Drummond</strong>, now our Fine Print Studio technician and a 2024 MA graduate; <strong>Ben Challen</strong> of Jealous Gallery London, who studied Foundation in 2008 and BA (Hons) Illustration &amp; Print from 2009 to 2012; <strong>Lou Holland</strong>, a BA (Hons) Illustration graduate; <strong>Grace Beswick</strong>, who graduated from PDP in 2024; and <strong>Zara McDermott</strong>, BA (Hons) Illustration, class of 2024. They’ll be joined by current students <strong>Ruby Bradshaw</strong> (PDP), <strong>Sam Goodwin</strong> and <strong>Viki Starmore</strong> (both MA), and <strong>Asher Ross</strong> (Graphic Design). Our staff are also getting involved, including <strong>Barton Hargreaves</strong> (Extended BA lecturer), <strong>Sue Lewry</strong> (lecturer in BA Graphic Design and MA Communication Design), and <strong>Matt Holmes</strong> (Fab Lab Southwest technician and lecturer). It’s set to be an inspiring weekend filled with inky experimentation, playful processes and creative community spirit.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Arts University Plymouth is proud to collaborate with Real Ideas across a number of projects that enhance student learning through real-world experience and creative innovation.</p> <p dir="ltr">Our <strong>MA Immersive Media</strong> course is delivered in partnership with Real Ideas at <strong>Market Hall in Devonport</strong>, home to one of Europe’s most advanced immersive domes. Students also work on interdisciplinary projects with Real Ideas across disciplines – from fashion to animation – gaining valuable experience in areas including immersive storytelling, event production, and socially-engaged arts.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Find out more about our MA Immersive Media course:</strong><br /><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/ma-immersive-media" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Explore MA Immersive Media</a><br /></p>

<p dir="ltr">If you’re passionate about traditional and contemporary printmaking, drawing or painting, explore how our <strong>BA (Hons) Painting, Drawing &amp; Printmaking</strong> course can help you grow into a confident, critically engaged artist.</p> <p dir="ltr">This course offers:</p><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Practice-based learning in our dedicated <strong>Fine Print Studio</strong></p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Specialist workshops across screenprinting, etching, letterpress, and digital processes</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Opportunities to exhibit publicly from your first year</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Teaching by practising artists with national and international reputations</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Regular trips, residencies, and industry connections</p></li></ul> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.aup.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-painting-drawing-printmaking" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Explore BA (Hons) Painting, Drawing &amp; Printmaking</a><br /></p>