Past Printmaking Classes

Learn the basics of how to turn a print idea into a linocut block print! We will cover the basics of how to carve, ink, and print a linocut block from start to finish. We will also discuss printing on a variety of materials and how to do different color techniques. 

Learn the basics of block printing with linoleum in this 2 day workshop. Participants will be instructed in the basics of carving linoleum, inking and printing, as well as more advanced methods such as multicolor printing, multiblock registration, and hand burnishing. Carving tools and linoleum will be provided. Paper will also be included. However, students are encouraged to bring their own materials to print on, such as t-shirts or fabrics, other printmaking papers, or tote bags. 

Drop in to participate in this community collaboration linocut workshop! Each participant will be assigned one 4X4 inch square section of a 16X20 inch block of linoleum to carve. Imagery for the workshop has been provided by local artist Jude Tolar, whose piece “Sunflower Power” will be used as a template for carving. Each section of the block will be a unique take on Tolar’s pastel painting, and our printing assistant, Jenn Johnson, will be available to demonstrate various carving techniques. At the end of the workshop the entire block will be printed by Johnson, and each participant will receive one signed black and white print from the edition. Carving time will take 45 minutes to 1.5 hours per section, and example imagery will be provided to help guide participants. Workshop is for all ages; however carving tools are very sharp so artists under 13 years of age will require parental supervision.