An Introduction to Mokuhanga | York Museums Trust

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An Introduction to Mokuhanga – Sat 11 Jul 2026

An Introduction to Mokuhanga
Saturday 11 July 2026 | 10am – 4pm
£60 pp | Tickets coming soon
Suitable for ages 16+

Experience the art of Japanese water-based woodblock printing with artist Lucy May Schofield.

This workshop will introduce you to the unique carving technique of mokuhnaga. You’ll practice printing using colour-separation woodblocks on Japanese mulberry paper (kozo washi) and using a hand-held press (baren).

Each stage of the process encourages a mindful approach, carving the woodblocks, applying the watercolour ink and rice starch glue to the blocks with brushes, and using pressure from the arm and hand to make a print.

You’ll be sure to gain an appreciation of the variety of skills required to create prints like the ones on display in Making Waves.

Please note this method of printing requires a degree of arm, wrist and finger dexterity and strength. All materials and light refreshments are provided.

Participants aged under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.