This one-day workshop is intended to be a playful introduction to linoleum block printing. It will offer students a chance to explore block printing methods with a modern touch, which can be used anywhere as a printing press is not required!
Participants will leave the workshop with an understanding of basic block printing techniques and multiple prints of their own designs. Students are encouraged to use the natural surroundings as inspiration, and/or to bring ideas, sketches or photographs from home.
The workshop will teach about the various tools and materials used in linoleum block printing, how to transfer sketches from idea to tracing paper to block to paper, and some alternative methods for printing by hand. We will print on paper, fabric, and functional fabric items like tote bags and t-shirts.
No previous printmaking, art, or creative experience required.