Working with Rik Olson, a master in the art of wood engraving, students in this course will learn about designing their own image concept, transferring it to the block, how to use carving tools, engraving their own block, and how to print the finished engraving. Each student will take home a baker’s dozen edition of your own block. 

No previous letterpress or wood engraving experience is neccessary, all skill levels are welcome. 

Materials to Bring: Each student should come with a image or concept that they would like to take to completion.

Workshop + Materials Fee: $400.00

Date & Time: Saturdays, October 22 & 29, 2016 :: 9:30am-5:30pm

Location: 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103

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

REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE 3 DAYS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF THIS WORKSHOP.

About the Instructor | Rik Olson

Born in Antioch, California in 1944, Rik received his B.F.A. from the California College of Arts & Crafts, Oakland, California in 1967. He has studied and exhibited work in Florence, Italy; Germany and the U.S.  Best known for his work in wood engraving, which he learned from Barry Moser and John DePol, he also works in scratchboard, pen & ink, and etching. The last 20 years he has been freelancing his Illustration work in the U.S. and abroad to corporate and publishing clients. 

Past Student Reviews:

"Rik was very knowledgeable and generous with his teaching. He did a very good job introducing and explaining the techniques we were to use. Our work stations were very well equipped and it was easy to work through the class with all materials available."

"Rik was attentive to each student and was always available for questions or any tips to provide."

"Loved all the background information and history and making different types of blocks. Rik was great, both a great artist and a great teacher."