“Reduction Linocut” is a method of carving multiple layers of an illustration from a single linoleum block and using each successive carving to print a separate layer of color that is printed over the previous color layers. The process of creating a Reduction Linocut, in effect destroys the linoleum block, rendering the block incapable of being used for reprints. It’s a perfect method for producing true limited editions.

This class is comprised of: (1) a presentation of information regarding the types of images that are suitable for Reduction Linocut, (2) class participants learning and planning the progression of steps necessary to realize a Reduction Linocut beginning with the desired end result, then planning backwards, and then executing the plan forward in time; (3) and the hands-on opportunity to carve (and re-carve) a linoleum block and print from each successive carving on a Vandercook cylinder press.

Class participants will learn the steps necessary to take an illustration from concept through to completion using Reduction Linocut and will ultimately take home an edition of 10 small Reduction Linocut prints (printed in class).

Materials to Bring: none

Workshop + Materials Fee: $160.00

Date & Time: June 3 & 10, 2014 | 6:30pm-9:30pm

Location: This workshop will take place at 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103

Note: Please read over our Registration Policies before signing up for a class

About the Instructor | C.K Itamura