Reduction prints use the same linoleum block to print all of the colors in an image. The process starts with carving a design into a new lino block and printing the first color on each sheet of paper in the edition. Then the printmaker carves more of the same block away and proceeds to print the second color. The process of carving and printing continues for each additional color until the final layer is printed. After completion of the print, another edition can never be made because the block has been carved away during the creation process.
In the first session, we will discuss the process and choosing of an image and colors. Weeks 2 through 4 will involve the carving of the linoleum block and inking of the prints that will result in the final image.
This offering will be provided using a linoleum block and inks to create an image of each participant’s choosing. Anyone who wishes to bring their own carving materials is encouraged to do so.