Introduction to Woodcut Prints

Woodcut block printing is the forerunner of linoleum printing. Learn to use the grain of the wood to create texture and mood in this exciting and ancient form of block printing. Although there are many cultures that have adopted woodcut as a means of printing, students in this class will learn the European method perfected by Albrecht Durer and his workshop. We will build our own stop-blocks, learn to sharpen our cutting tools, draw a design onto wood, cut, and print an edition. Students will leave the class ready to print on their own. Fee includes $55 for materials and tools.