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Linocut Printmaking for Letterpress

October 16, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Demonstration Description:

Whether you are looking to make limited edition prints or carve your own re-useable set of blocks, carving your own linoleum is a useful skill for any letterpress printer. Michelle Wiebe will show you specific tools and skills for designing, carving and printing your blocks with a press. She will cover image transfer, safe carving methods, mounting and shimming blocks and achieving optimal ink coverage. Using lots visuals and demonstrating on a table top Kelsey Platen Press she will also demonstrate many different approaches and methods to get the results you are looking for as well as troubleshooting common issues. This class is perfect for beginners in linocut printmaking and/or letterpress printing or for those looking for a refresher. Sign up and start enhancing your projects with a professional looking handmade touch of linocut.

Location: Online via Zoom

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Details

Date:
October 16, 2020
Time:
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Website:
https://printingmuseum.doubleknot.com/event/linocut-printmaking-for-letterpress/2736605

Venue

ONLINE
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Phone:
713-522-4652
Website:
printingmuseum.org

Organizer

Michelle Wiebe

Michelle Wiebe is a Cochrane, Alberta based artist focused primarily on painting, printmaking and letterpress. Her work is characterized by simple subject matter rendered with bold colour and line work.  Michelle is also a passionate instructor with a deep love for teaching, she makes it her goal that students leave her class with quality work and the confidence to continue building their new skills. She is on the Board of Directors for Alberta Printmakers and learned the craft of letterpress printing and repair at Heritage Park, Calgary as well as the Canadian Museum of Making.

Facebook: Michelle Wiebe Art
Twitter: Michelle_Wiebe
Instagram: mw.artco

Website:
www.michellewiebe.com