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 $23 and facility fee of $96 in addition to the course tuition. Please review Printshop Facility Fees Supply List for more information.

Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This class meets in person on MCAD’s campus. This class has limited access to the Printshop. Students do not have access to the Printshop outside of class hours. Please review the Printshop guidelines in advance.

Prerequisites

Previous drawing experience is helpful, but not required.

Required Materials

Supplies for the first class

• pen or pencil
• notebook or sketchbook

Additional supplies as needed

• 2 - 4 mounted lino blocks, no larger than 9 x 12"
• set of lino block carving tools or a Speedball carving tool with extra blades in the handle
• printmaking paper such as Rives Bfk, Strathmore, Somerset, Arches, Hahnemuelle, Fabriano.
• A small supply of carbon copy paper or graphite paper

The material fee for this class covers the basic supplies to get started, including 6 x 8” lino blocks and paper. Additional supplies will be discussed at the first class meeting.

Students should expect to spend approximately $100 on supplies in addition to tuition. The amount will depend on the scope of the students' projects and what supplies the students currently have.

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

Class resources

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

Class savings

Register on or before May 11 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
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Questions?

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