About

In this class, you will learn the basics of woodcut printmaking, a technique that dates back thousands of years. We will 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 will focus on printing by hand using Japanese printmaking paper, but you will have the opportunity to use the press with thicker, Western-style printmaking papers if desired.

Details

• You are encouraged to bring ideas for what you would like to print to class.
• Bring a lunch; BARN has a microwave and refrigerator you can use.

Details

A $45 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you'll need:

• 6" x 9" shina plywood blocks
• Caligo Safewash relief ink (oil based but water soluble)
• Printmaking paper, both kitakata for hand rubbing and BFK Rives for using the press
• Pencils and scratch paper for creating an image
• Ink knives for conditioning and mixing ink
• Brayers
• Aprons

Project

We will design, carve, and print 6" x 9" woodcut prints.