Woodcut Printmaking

Adult Class | This program is completed

All levels welcome. Profesor habla Espanol.

9/13/2017-11/15/2017

6:30 PM-9:30 PM EDT on Wed

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$255.00

$230.00

$45.00

Woodcut is among the oldest printmaking techniques, and continues to be a strong graphic tradition today. This workshop will introduce you to the tools and methods needed to allow you to carve and print from your own relief woodblocks. You will explore carving techniques to obtain a range of texture, depth, and dramatic contrast to create strong visual statements in your artwork. We will also study examples of the woodcut throughout history, allowing you to see the different possibilities of this expression.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN IN THIS COURSE
1. To identify the difference between the woodcut and other printmaking processes
2. To carve wood blocks safely using different techniques of mark making
3. To print your wood blocks by hand
4. To know the reasons for choosing their wood and paper and the outcomes to expect
5. Gain a brief understanding of the history of the development of the woodcut


Image: Jeff Dentz

  • Your lab fee provides for some supplies, and the use of studio materials.
  • Students are required to purchase additional supplies:
  • START THE TERM WITH THESE SUPPLIES:
  • • Newsprint for drawing and proofing *
  • • Drawing Materials: pencils, Sharpie markers, erasers *
  • • Carving tools, chisels, and gouges – a Niji set is available at the school store for purchase. A limited number of shop carving tools can be used in the studio, check with instructor for more information. *
  • Midway through the term you will need these supplies: • Japanese paper to print editions

  • Items marked with an * are available for purchase in Fleisher’s school store. Members receive a 10% discount on art supply purchases.