July 30 – August 1 CDT
Friday, July 30: 6:00 – 9:00pm
Saturday, July 31: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday, August 1: 10:00am – 1:00pm
All times Central/US time zone
AGES: 13+ LEVELS: No previous experience required
This class is for beginners and experienced printers alike. This 3 day intensive course focuses on the “reduction” technique of linoleum block printing.This is an efficient method for creating editions of multi-layered, color prints from a single block, rather than carving a separate block for each layer of color in your design. The class will begin with a look at some historical contemporary examples of reduction linocut, followed by a technical demonstration. We will then work together for the remainder of each session, with the goal of each student finishing a small edition of at least 5 prints with at least three layers of color.
Registration Fee: $190 including materials*
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!
Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Materials:
Students will be responsible for their own:
- Printmaking paper (Recommend 5 x 22” x 30” sheets of either Reeves BFK, Canson
- Edition, Stonehenge, or Arnheim 1618)
- Large pad of newsprint
- personal soft rubber brayer each
- Pencils, eraser, sharpie
- Scott Shop Towels (Blue)
- Linoleum Blocks – Get the UNMOUNTED blocks! Preferably the burlap-backed, grey
variety.Can get locally or order online from BLICK. Recommended size b/w 6” x 8” and 9” x 12” - Carving Tools – Basic Speedball No. 1 Carving set
*The Printing Museum will provide inks, ink knives, solvents and thinners, acetate, large brayers, tracing paper, and transfer paper.
Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.
This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!
Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.