Printmaking 101: Relief

This beginner-friendly class is an introduction to the oldest form of printmaking - relief printing. You will be creating a single-color linocut print of your own design and learning the basics of relief printing. You will learn how to use (If member, this counts as certification) the etching press, barens, and carving tools and become familiar with the processes associated with beginner relief printing: transferring a design, carving/mark-making, inking, and printing.

Please bring a printout or drawing of a simple design (remember that your relief print will be a mirror image of the design you print out) no larger than 5"x8". If you don't have one, one will be provided.

IMAGE- Please note that keeping your designs simple will help you avoid frustration and allow you to focus on the fundamentals of the skill you are learning.

Good design:
● A Bold image ● Thick lines ● No fine details (see example below)

Please read through the relief printing handout in advance of the class. Found:

Certification for Members- Printing Press
Members who demonstrate proper use of the Spark Printing Press can be certified for independent access to the tool.

Because of generous donations from The Frank Loomis Palmer Foundation, the price of our certification classes has been greatly subsidized for members.

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Ages 15+

Please note that the class fee is non-refundable, plan accordingly.

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