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Block Printing for Beginners Online, May 2022
May 10, 2022 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
$75.00A 2-Day Online Workshop
Now 3 hours! – Tuesdays, May 10 and 17, 6:30pm–8pm via Zoom
About this Workshop:
Block Printing for Beginners is a fun and relaxing two-session workshop in which students will learn the basics of block printing. This workshop is open to artists and non-artists of all levels, ages 14 to adult. Students are asked to purchase their own block printing kit in advance of the class and provide their own 4″ x 6″ idea, drawing or photo printed on copy paper for the first night. The class begins with a brief introduction to the materials, tools, and safety, then students will learn how to transfer their design or photo onto an “easy to carve” block. Next, everyone will be shown how to carve using a traditional basic carving tool. The second night, participants will explore how to print, and will print 2 pieces of art during class, followed by the opportunity to see everyone’s new artwork. Ages 14 and up.
Level: Beginner, Ages 14 and up – no experience needed!
Registration extended to May 2, 2022. With your registration confirmation you’ll receive the full materials list (with helpful links) to purchase your items, any initial handouts about the process, as well as a quick 1-page “how-to” guide to using the Zoom video app.
Sample images by Anita Hagan
Please Note: The online session will be recorded for Pyramid Atlantic’s private use to better optimize our programming and share as examples for funders. You may mute your microphone or turn off your camera if you do not wish to be recorded. Students will not have access to these recordings.
CLASS MATERIALS LIST:
At registration, students will receive the full materials list (with any helpful links) to purchase supplies. The list includes:
- Speedball Super Value Block Printing Kit
- Copy paper (quick and easy) OR Kozo/Mulberry Paper (better quality)
- Scrap paper or newsprint (to protect your work surface)
- Water for clean-up
YOUR INSTRUCTOR:
Anita Hagan has worked in the medium of linoleum block printing for over 25 years, and has developed the unique technique of printing black ink over acrylic paint. Inspired by the natural world, and the human figure, she continues to explore and push the boundaries of her art. Ms. Hagan’s work can be found in private collections across the United States and as the featured artist on the cover of the arts magazine UpStart and other publications. Learn more about her work at www.anitahaganartist.com.
“The class was a lot of fun overall and the teacher, Anita Hagan, was excellent!“
—Recent Workshop Attendee