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Stay Sharp – Carving Tool Maintenance for Relief Printers

October 1, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Demonstration Description:

Join Michelle Wiebe as she guides you through the science and practice of maintaining razor sharp edges on your gouges. Having a properly maintained set of tools will result in greater carving accuracy, longer lasting blades, reduced physical fatigue as well as less chance of injury.  Using a basic set up of easily made or purchased tools she will show you how to hone, sharpen and repair dings on your U gouges, V gouges and Chisels. All items demonstrated can either be inexpensively purchased locally or else up-cycled from easily sourced scraps.

This is an excellent resource or refresher for anyone who is intimidated by the world of sharpening, those who have inherited some long neglected tools as well as artists who are considering upgrading from their current student set of blades. This demonstration is interactive so there will be plenty of time during and afterwards to ask specific questions. Participants are encouraged to have their current set of tools and questions handy during the course of the demonstration for personalized guidance.

Location: Online via Zoom

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Details

Date:
October 1, 2020
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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Website:
https://printingmuseum.doubleknot.com/event/stay-sharp-carving-tool-maintenance-for-relief-printers/2733981

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