Carve & Create: Hands-On Print and Bookmaking

Come learn the fundamental techniques of carving custom stamps from rubber blocks. You’ll use your stamps to create a series of prints on a single sheet of masa paper, and then you will transform that into the pages of a book. You’ll leave with the skills to continue your stamp carving and bookmaking journey! You will also have a one of a kind book that could make a unique gift! No experience needed, and all skill levels are welcome.

*Note About Supplies:

Students will need to bring their own supplies, or purchase supplies prior to class start date either in-store or online at plazaart.com. See supply list below.

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:

Tuesday, Oct. 21 - 1 pm to 3pm

Tuesday, Oct. 28 - 1 pm to 3pm

Tuesday, Nov. 4 - 1 pm to 3pm

Tuesday, Nov. 11 - 1 pm to 3pm

Tuesday, Nov. 18 - 1 pm to 3pm

Tuesday, Nov. 25 - 1 pm to 3pm

Supplies List:

Students will need for the first day

• Speedball Lino Cutter
• Speedy Carve or Speedy Cut
• Pencil and ballpoint pen
• Scrap paper and
• Tracing paper (optional)
• Bone folder
• X-acto knife or Olfa Utility Knife

Students will need for later classes

• Masa paper, 2 sheets of 21” x 31”
• Ink Pad, permanent dye ink
• Watercolor paints with high pigment
• Paint brushes - one for glue and one for paint
• Water containers, rag or paper towel
• Cardboard
• Punching awl
• Needle
• Waxed linen
• Ruler
• Glue – Lineco neutral ph adhesive
• Cutting mat

About Dana:

Dana Zatman is a mixed media artist and instructor. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design at the University of Michigan. Dana worked in the corporate world of advertising as an Art Director before becoming a full time studio artist and instructor. She has found joy in sharing her passion for art with others of all ages – from children to seniors. She teaches regularly at workshops and classes throughout the Washington, D.C. area.

Host or Publisher Plaza Artist Materials – Rockville