Block Printing by Deborah McLouth
Hand-pulled prints from hand-carved blocks. Also know as relief printing.
Part I: Materials, transferring images, carving and proofing:
Thursday, August 4, 7-9 pm
White Light Studio, 900 Vargas Rd
In Part I, participants will view a variety of prints and blocks, talk about the materials needed, learn how to transfer images to the blocks and begin carving on one or more.
$5 participation fee
Participants are encouraged to bring block printing supplies they already have such as
Xacto knife (#11blade) and lino cutters (Speedball has a moderately priced set).
The following supplies will be on hand for purchase for an additional $5:
4 x 5.5″ EZ cut
4 x 6″ unmounted linoleum
6 x 8” birch plywood

Part II: Papers, inks, barens and presses
Thursday, August 11, 7-9 pm
Bone Black Studio, 916 Springdale Rd, Bldg 3 #102
In Part II, participants will print their carved blocks using barrens and presses.
Inks, brayers, paper, barrens and presses will be provided. Participants should
bring carved blocks and a small package of baby wipes for hand cleaning.
$5 participation fee