Relief Printing- Wrapping Paper + Card

This beginner-friendly class is an introduction to the relief process, the technique used in the oldest forms of printmaking. We will explore types of carving blocks, inks, and papers, and you will learn how to transfer your design and carve and ink the block. You will handprint the block on two 20” x 29” sheets of kraft paper and a card.

Please read through the relief printing handout (found here) before class. Several patterns will be available for you to choose from, or you can bring your own. Simple patterns with thicker lines and no fine details will allow you to focus on the fundamentals of printmaking and ensure that you have plenty of time to design and print your wrapping paper.

Certification for Members: Printing Press 

Members who demonstrate proper use of the printing press can be certified for independent access to the tool.

Thanks to the generous support of the Frank Loomis Palmer Fund, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee, the price of our certification classes has been greatly subsidized. Making them more affordable to our membership.

All materials included.

This class is made possible by the support of The Dime Bank Foundation and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.

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Ages: 15+

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

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