Multiblock Color Linoleum Printing

 Registration is closed for this event

April 22nd, 2018 9:30 AM

  • Instructor: Rik Olson
  • Workshop Type: Printing
  • Workshop Status: Closed
  • Workshop Start: April 22nd, 2018 9:30 AM
  • Workshop End: April 29th, 2018 5:30 PM
  • Sessions: 2

Learn the basics of linoleum-block design, carving, and printing. In this workshop, led by master printer Rik Olson, you will create a three-color linoleum carved print using a key block and two color blocks. Images will be made using blue, yellow, and black inks creating a broader color gamut in the areas where blocks overlap. You’ll get tips on using the tools, transferring images to the block, and registering colors, the basics of Cylinder Press operations plus Rik’s own secrets to a beautifully executed print. The instructor will also discuss how blocks can be printed by hand at home.


Materials to Bring: An idea of the image 6"x8". Do sketches at the 6x8 size so we can transfer them to the blocks (allow a border). 2. If you have woodcut or linocut tools of your own please bring them. Speedball linocut tool sets will be available for use during the class. 

Workshop Fee (includes $35 materials fee): $375.00

Date & Time: Sundays, April 22 & 29, 2018 :: 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:

“Great way to engage with the Center, the staff, the philosophy of the place. Time went by quickly and I really enjoyed the results of the workshop. Thank you!”

“Wonderful class with an incredible artist. This was a great opportunity to learn the foundations of this technique from one of the masters.”

“I was actually rather intimidated by the instructor prior to the first day of the class, as I hold him and his work in very high regard, but he could not have been more disarming and personable. Highly recommended.”

375 Rhode Island St
San Francisco, CA 94103-5133
United States