Collagraph & Chine Collé Masterclass
Four-Night Residential Check-in Monday 17th August 2026 Check-out Friday 21st August 2026
Available spaces
Immerse yourself in the rich, tactile world of collagraph printmaking on this inspiring residential course led by printmaker Vicky Oldfield. Known for her expressive, layered work and experimental approach to surface and texture, Vicky brings a wealth of experience as both a practising artist and an encouraging, hands-on tutor. Her work often combines traditional printmaking techniques with a contemporary, mixed-media sensibility, making her the perfect guide for this exploratory process. Throughout your stay, you’ll explore the creative potential of collagraph printing, a wonderfully versatile technique that allows you to build your own textured printing plates using a wide range of materials. Working from simple cardboard bases, you’ll layer, seal, ink, and print your plates to produce unique and characterful images. This course is suitable for all levels, including complete beginners. Whether you’re new to printmaking or looking to expand your existing practice, you’ll be supported every step of the way. The course begins with a series of clear, tutor-led demonstrations, where Vicky will introduce the fundamentals of collagraph construction, inking methods, and printing techniques using an etching press. You’ll then move into hands-on experimentation, exploring mark-making, testing textures, and creating sample plates to understand how different materials and approaches translate into print. As your confidence grows, you’ll develop your own plates and compositions, with guidance on selecting appropriate papers and refining your ideas. You’ll also be introduced to the beautiful technique of chine collé, which allows you to incorporate delicate layers of colour and paper directly into your prints, opening up exciting new creative possibilities. There will be plenty of time for individual support, discussion, and creative exploration, all within the relaxed and inspiring environment of a residential setting. Evenings offer the chance to unwind, reflect, and connect with fellow participants. The course concludes with an informal group sharing session, where you can review your work, exchange feedback, and celebrate your progress. Residential Details This masterclass includes a full board four-night stay in your own en-suite room at the scenic Cober Hill retreat, just outside Scarborough and includes all materials and equipment. Check-in: From 3pm, Monday 17th August 2026 Check-out: By 10.30am, Friday 21st August 2026
Cancellation Policy
All residentials are priced including VAT charged at 20%. By completing this purchase you are securing a place for a residential, including full board accommodation at Cober Hill. We understand that plans can change, so we’ve outlined our cancellation and rescheduling policies for our residentials to ensure clarity and flexibility. At North Yorks Art School (NYAS), we incur a number of costs as soon as a residential booking is made — including venue, tutor, bank charges and administration fees. Unfortunately, due to the increasing number of cancellations, we now need to pass on a portion of these costs to customers when cancellations occur. Rescheduling Your Booking You can reschedule your booking up to 8 weeks before the start date of your residential free of charge — provided you transfer your place to another NYAS residential event taking place at Cober Hill (subject to availability). Reschedules outside of this time will be subject to a 10% booking fee. We will confirm the change in writing and transfer your place accordingly. Cancellations & Refunds If you choose to cancel your booking rather than reschedule, the following cancellation fees will apply: Over 6 Months 90% Refund 4 to 6 months 80% refund 2 to 4 months 70% refund 31 to 60 days 50% refund 30 days or less No refund Refunds will be processed to your original payment method within 3–5 business days once the cancellation is confirmed. Your Right to Cancel (Cooling-Off Period) If you live in the UK or EU, you are entitled to a 14-day cancellation window from the date of booking. Within this period, you may cancel for a full refund without providing a reason. To exercise this right, contact us at info@bookaclass.org within the 14-day period. Refunds will be processed to your original payment method. For all booking-related enquiries, rescheduling requests or cancellations, please email: info@bookaclass.org