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Gerry Coles Prints

Contact name: Gerry Coles
16
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almost 2 years
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Maker's bio

Gerry discovered and fell in love with printmaking after visiting an exhibition of relief prints in 2012. She works solely in linocut enjoying the mindfullness of mark-making and rigorous process of printmaking, most often using the reduction technique to produce multi-layered multi-coloured prints. Her work typically depicts her fondness for British wildlife; birds, flowers, countryside and above all, colour. She is a member of Oxford Art Society. Gerry teaches Linocut workshops at her home studio in South Oxfordshire. She also sells online in the UK and internationally. Her work has featured in local and national magazines. Her linocut print “Clarinet: lines and spaces” was exhibited at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in 2024.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Oxfordshire Introduction to Linocut One Day Workshop
6 hours
Next date: 13th Sep 2025
5 places left
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Oxfordshire Linocut Christmas Cards 2025
6 hours
Next date: 1st Nov 2025
5 places left
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Oxfordshire linocut reduction technique - one day workshop
6 hours
Next date: 26th Jul 2025
3 places left

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
25 May 25'

Georgie reviewed: Oxfordshire Introduction to Linocut One Day Workshop

"I had a splendid day. Gerry was an excellent tutor and very generous with her time. The class group always has a small limited number so the student/tutor ratio is great. I was delighted with my final outcomes and I will definitely be finding some space on the wall in the lounge to display my print!"

Gerry Coles Prints responded:

"Thank you for the kind review Georgie! The prints and cards you produced were really lovely and I hope you display your print and send your cards with pride 😀 Best wishes Gerry"

30 Apr 25'

Gabrielle G reviewed: Oxfordshire linocut reduction technique - one day workshop

"I booked this course for Mum as it is something that she has always wanted to do. She was a little bit reluctant to go on her own, but she had the most wonderful day and produced a great piece that she is extremely proud of. Gerry was so friendly, helpful and inspiring. "

Gerry Coles Prints responded:

"Thank you for the great review Gabrielle. Your mum did so well, tackling a tricky reduction print with very little previous experience. She did brilliantly and I’m sure she will soon be hooked on printmaking. "

29 Jan 25'

Ruth A reviewed: Oxfordshire Introduction to Linocut One Day Workshop

"I had such a great day printmaking with Gerry in her lovely studio. She struck just the right balance of instruction and leaving us be to try it out for ourselves (always on hand when needed). I really appreciated hearing her story of how she became a printmaker and seeing the wonderful work she produces, and picked up lots of tips for setting up my own studio at home over time. The preparatory instructions she provided about creating an image to bring and work from were really clear and helpful, as was the array of books and examples around the studio for our reference. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone wanting to start out or learn more about lino printing - worth every Penny and really good value too. "

Gerry Coles Prints responded:

"Thank you Ruth for taking the trouble to leave such a kind and wonderful review. I’m so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Best wishes Gerry"

26 Jan 25'

Ruth Stevenson reviewed: Oxfordshire Introduction to Linocut One Day Workshop

"I really enjoyed this workshop. Gerry is a very knowledgeable and patient teacher. Her workshop is lovely and well equipped. I was very pleased with what I was able to produce and will probably do a bit more at home."

Gerry Coles Prints responded:

"Thank you Ruth, it was a pleasure to meet you and to see the amazing print you produced yesterday. I pleased you had a good time at the workshop. Best wishes Gerry"