Woodcut Workshop: Ireland 2026
Join me on a color woodcut workshop for 10 days, April 13 - 22, 2026
April 13-22, 2026
Immerse yourself in the beauty of North County Mayo, Ireland, and the inspiring Ballinglen Arts Foundation
Color Woodcut Workshop
Join woodcut artist Charles Spitzack in exploring the landscape and culture of North County Mayo, Ireland, in this 10-day workshop at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation!
This workshop is open to both experienced printmakers and those just beginning their journey. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Irish countryside, we'll spend time exploring and sketching en plein air-drawing inspiration directly from the rugged coastline, quiet fields, and shifting skies of County Mayo.
Back at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation (BAF), we'll carry the energy of the landscape into the print studio, where we'll transform our drawings into expressive woodcut prints. I'll focus on hand-printing techniques using brayers and oil-based inks on washi paper, but if more experienced printmakers would like to focus on Mokuhanga (Japanese woodblock), I'll be glad to offer guidance in that approach as well. With access to a press, we'll have the chance to experiment even further.
About the workshop
For more details, please review the Workshop Handout and Agreement here. And visit the Ballinglen Arts Foundation website here.
To reserve your spot in the class, all bookings are made directly through me. Please sign and return the agreement along with a $500 non-refundable deposit to save your spot.
You can pay the deposit + 3% processing fee here on the website for ease, or you can avoid the processing fee by using:
Venmo (@charles-spitzack)
Zelle (charles.spitzack@gmail.com)
Mail a check to: 711 Belmont Place East, Apt B, Seattle WA 98102 (please email me to let me know)
