A collective printmaking studio offering workshops and exhibitions from our rural Suffolk studio
Sudbourne Park Printmakers is a vibrant, artist-run, collective print studio based in a beautiful parkland setting near the coastal town of Orford on the Heritage Suffolk Coast. Established in 2003 by Master Printmaker Gareth Jones (1944-2021), the group continues in the spirit of his legacy of high quality printmaking and sharing knowledge.
We are a group of 30 artists who produce varied work using a range of printmaking techniques in a well-equipped workshop and exhibit together in our studio twice a year, as well as in other galleries in Suffolk and further afield. Limited membership is available offering additional technical support from skilled and experienced members. We run workshops for adults in etching and relief printing throughout the year in our studio, where people can develop their printmaking skills whatever their previous experience.
To find out more about Gareth’s life and work and the development of Sudbourne Park Printmakers, click here.
Our artists
Our artists are a varied group in terms of age and experience, background and style, exploring a wide range of printmaking processes and techniques. Printmaking is a method of image-making that benefits hugely from a collaborative, group dynamic. Knowledge, experience, successes and failures are shared between members, and new things are learned every day.
Exhibitions & News
Winner of Maggi Hambling Painting!
We are delighted to announce that Richard Stephens is the proud owner of Maggi Hambling’s powerful painting.
Maggi is a very kind supporter of SPP and we have now raised through this crowdfunder event enough to buy our presses which is fantastic news!
Thanks again to Maggi and all the Sudbourne Park printmakers supporters who have helped to make this happen.
Exciting News!
We are thrilled that our talented member, Ruby Banazi, has had her stunning print titled “Embrace” accepted into the prestigious Royal Academy’s Summer Exhibition!
If you’re in London, don’t miss the chance to experience this incredible artwork in person. Head over to Room VI to see Ruby’s print alongside a fantastic array of other amazing pieces. It’s a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene!
Sudbourne Park Printmakers Summer Show
4th July until 14th July 2025
We are delighted to announce our first Summer Exhibition at The Old Theatre, Framlingham. Showcasing a wide and diverse selection of new prints by 27 members of SPP.
Please join us to meet the artists at our Private View on Friday 4th July between 5.00pm – 8pm. Refreshments available. We also have the privilege of the wonderful Jazz band, Taking Liberties, playing for us throughout the evening. Alternatively, come and view our exhibition at any time until 14th July.
Workshop courses
We hold our popular 2 day printmaking workshops in the spring, summer and autumn covering either etching or relief printing. The workshops are open to all adults and are a great way to either learn new skills or to refresh skills learnt some time ago. They are held in a friendly and safe environment in small groups with experienced and patient tutors on hand at all times. Participants have the opportunity to use our beautiful antique presses and come away with a set of prints.
