Linocut Printing: Color Reduction (in person)

Course description

In the linocut printing technique, the color on the prints builds while the block diminishes. A relief block is carved and printed, then carved and printed again without having to use separate blocks for each color. The technique is ingenious, the oil-based inks lend luster to the colors and the results can be stunning. Learn basic color theory, color mixing, how to plot the reductive process from beginning to end, and best practices for carving the block. Leave this class with up to 4 editions of reductive linocut prints. / Materials fee of $29 and facility fee of $87 in addition to the course tuition. Please review Printshop Facilities Supply Fees for more information.

Open to students ages 16 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This class is in person on MCAD's campus. The class meets on Tuesday from 6:00–9:00 p.m. Students do not have access to the Printshop outside of class hours.

Prerequisites

Previous drawing experience is helpful, but not required.

Required materials

Supplies for the first class

• pen or pencil
• notebook or sketchbook
• 1 mounted linoleum block 5 x 4" or larger
• 1 mounted linoleum block 5 x 4” or smaller
• Set of lino block carving tools or a Speedball carving tool with extra blades in the handle
• Registration pins (set of 2)
• Extra fine sandpaper

Additional supplies will be discussed at the first class meeting

• 2 or 3 mounted lino blocks, none larger than 9 x 12"
• A small supply of carbon copy paper or graphite paper

Students should expect to spend approximately $70 on supplies in addition to course tuition.

What to wear
Clothes appropriate for messy creativity. An apron may be useful. Closed-toe shoes are required. Long hair should be tied back.

Recommended Readings

• The Art and Craft of Woodblock Printmaking, by Laitinen, Moilanen and Tanttu.
• The Complete Printmaker: Techniques, Traditions, Innovations, by Ross, Romano and Ross
• Relief Printing, Rothenstein
• Printmaking, History and Process, by Saff and Sacilotto

Class resources

This class uses the Printshop. Please see the link for more information.

Class savings

Register on or before May 12 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.