Intro to Woodcut Printmaking

Learn the basics of woodcut printmaking, and make prints by hand and on the press.

Member

$164.00 (any noted materials fee included)

Guest

$200.00 (any noted materials fee included)

Meeting Times

Sat, 7/20/2024 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sat, 7/20/2024

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About

In this class, you will learn the basics of woodcut printmaking, a technique that dates back thousands of years. We will learn the steps to produce woodcut prints from beginning to end, including designing an image, carving a block, inking the block, and producing prints. We will focus on printing by hand using Japanese printmaking paper, but you will have the opportunity to use the press with thicker, Western-style printmaking papers if desired.

Details

You are encouraged to bring ideas for what you would like to print to class.
Bring a lunch; BARN has a microwave and refrigerator you can use.

Project

We will design, carve, and print 6" x 9" woodcut prints.

Materials

A $45 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you'll need:

6" x 9" shina plywood blocks
Caligo Safewash relief ink (oil based but water soluble)
Printmaking paper, both kitakata for hand rubbing and BFK Rives for using the press
Pencils and scratch paper for creating an image
Ink knives for conditioning and mixing ink
Brayers
Aprons

BARN Policies

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BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
For those who might need physical assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.

Instructors or Guides

Charles Spitzack

Charles received a bachelor of fine arts degree with a focus on print arts and drawing from Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle in 2010. He's currently teaching woodblock printmaking across the Pacific Northwest. Committed to communal aspirations, equality, labor rights, environmentalism, and leveling the playing field, he's found woodblock printmaking to be an excellent way to express his thoughts and feelings. Drawn to this medium by its practical process, boldness, and direct mark making, he's found freedom within its walls, and aspires to share this with others through education and art sharing.
Visit his website at www.charlesspitzack.com