Japanese Wood Block Printing: Folklore & Fantasy
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG
Life skills and interests
Join us for this ever-popular six-week course, where we delve into some of the ancient folklore of Japan – and beyond! With the help and support of our fabulous facilitators, James and Wendy you will be gently guided through the process of designing and carving out your own woodblock, and then printing with it to create your own unique piece of art.
During the course we will also explore the the Japanese folklore of Yōkai, which are spirits in varying forms who all serve a different purpose. We will create our very own spirit, with its own folklore. How about one that helps with your washing up when you don’t have the energy? Or a little dude who notices when you are stressed and gives you a shoulder massage whilst gently humming a soothing tune? An omnipotent keychain, that can fly to the door to check that you locked it? The possibilities could be endless! The end result will be a print of your very own Yōkai or spirit, with its own back story.
Previous experience of wood or lino printing is advisable but not essential.
Already enrolled with the College? Then just give us a call on 07717 867911 or email ckrecovery.wellbeing@swyt.nhs.uk or register your interest on the Learner Portal
(if you’ve not already activated your portal, please contact us to activate your account)
If you are new to the Recovery & Wellbeing College, please enrol here.
Cost
Free
At Mirfield Community Centre
Start dates and time
| Term | Day | Date | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Wednesday | 26 February 2025 | 1pm - 4pm | 6 weeks |
Location
How do I enrol?
You are not referred to the Recovery College, you can simply enrol yourself, or on behalf of someone for any of our courses that may be of interest to you. Our courses are open to all adults and we welcome carers, supporters and professionals too.
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