Print & Book Arts
Intro to Woodcut Printmaking
Learn the basics of woodcut printmaking and make prints by hand and on the press.
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Sat, 10/26/2024 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat, 10/26/2024
Closed
About
Learn the basics of woodcut printmaking, a technique that dates back thousands of years. You'll learn the steps to produce woodcut prints from beginning to end, including designing an image, carving a block, inking the block, and producing prints. We'll focus on printing by hand using Japanese printmaking paper, but you'll have the opportunity to use the press with thicker, Western-style printmaking papers if desired.
Details
- You're encouraged to bring design ideas for what you'd like to print.
- Bring a lunch. There is a microwave and refrigerator on the lower level.
Project
We will design, carve, and print woodcut prints measuring six inches by nine inches.
Materials
A $45 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you'll need:
- Six-inch by nine-inch shina plywood blocks (shina is a sustainable hardwood).
- Caligo Safe Wash Relief Ink (oil-based but water soluble).
- Printmaking paper, both kitakata (semi handmade) for hand rubbing and Rives BFK for the press.
- Pencils and scratch paper for creating an image.
- Ink knives for conditioning and mixing ink.
- Brayers.
- Aprons.
Class Policies
Ages 14 and up are welcome.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Charles Spitzack
Charles received a bachelor of fine arts degree with a focus on print arts and drawing from Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle in 2010. He's currently teaching woodblock printmaking across the Pacific Northwest. Committed to communal aspirations, equality, labor rights, environmentalism, and leveling the playing field, he's found woodblock printmaking to be an excellent way to express his thoughts and feelings. Drawn to this medium by its practical process, boldness, and direct mark making, he's found freedom within its walls, and aspires to share this with others through education and art sharing.
Visit his website at www.charlesspitzack.com
Visit his website at www.charlesspitzack.com
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