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Explorations with Relief Printing

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity with rubbercut and linocut printmaking at Richmond Art Center. Learn to design, carve, and print stunning works using block cutting tools and a printing press. Discover the magic of printing on paper, fabric, and folded book structures in this engaging hands-on class.

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$320

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Woodblock Printmaking

  • All levels
  • 16 - 18 years old
  • $195
  • 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA
  • 18 hours over 6 sessions

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  • $195
  • Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
  • 18 hours over 6 sessions
  • Room :Printmaking Studio
    Materials fee of $90 payable to instructor.
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What you'll learn in this printmaking class:

Learn how to create beautiful prints using contemporary and traditional woodblock printmaking methods.

Class 1: Basics - Start with a 5x5"" block which I will prep. Take people outside to sketch straight onto the block. Teach people how to use the tools, line making, how to use both white and black lines with a block. More or less get comfortable with the medium. Give a basic tutorial on how to ink and print a block.

Class 2: Different techniques Make a print with only vertical lines on grain. It’s one of my favorite intro projects to do! teach people how to prep their own blocks and tare their own paper.

Class 3: Color and reduction woodcuts (multiple layer prints) Have people bring in a photocopy of an image they would like to be their subject matter (I'll bring extra) Teach how to do a photo transfer onto wood. Teach registration. Carve and print the first layer.

Class 4: Continued Carve and print the second layer. (a third layer for more advanced or ambitious people)

Class 5: Bring it home A fun last day. Have people make something fun and quick. Or, explore or revisit anything they wanted to know more about during the class. Learn how to print at home with limited equipment. Final show and art swap.

Materials to Bring to class:

1: Woodblock printmaking carving tools (make sure they are for wood and not linoleum)

  • recommended: Mikisyo Power Grip Carving Tools: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001T8IEO6/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_QAD1P7ZMPTJ87JVT8G37?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
  • price-friendly option: Niji Wood Carving Set: https://www.dickblick.com/products/yasutomo-niji-woodcarving-set/

2: Printmaking paper 3 - 5 sheets ( 19x26" or larger) size is not a big concern:

  • recommended: Rives BFK (250 gsm, white): https://www.dickblick.com/items/bfk-rives-printmaking-paper-19-x-26-white-250-gsm/
  • price-friendly option: any other printmaking specific paper will work, BFK is already on the affordable side

3: An apron or clothes that you don't mind getting permanently dirty.

Optional things to bring if you have them:
1: Ink roller: Soft Rubber Brayer 4": https://www.dickblick.com/items/speedball-soft-rubber-brayer-4/

2: Basic drawing supplies - pencils etc.

Note: You can find all of these things (except the better wood tools) at any local art store. Blick is a good option. If you don't want to shop online - you can buy the power grip tools at Hida Tools: Address: 1333 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702.

Materials Fee of $35 is due at time of registration.

Materials Fee covers:

  • wood
  • rollers
  • newspaper
  • ink (black + colors)
  • ink modifiers
  • sharpening kit
  • citrasolv (only non toxic cleaner I have found that actually works)

Refund Policy

When class/workshop enrollment is below the minimum three days prior to the first day of class, the class may be cancelled. If there is a cancellation, we will contact registered students at least 2 days before the start of the class/workshop by email or by phone.

We will offer students the option to transfer into another class or receive a full refund for the amount paid.

Classes are not refunded due to failure to attend class, planned absences, minor illnesses, or vacations.

If you drop a class:

  • If you drop a class at least 8 business days before it starts, you will receive a 100% refund minus a $20 administrative fee.
  • If you drop a class between 7 to 2 business days before it starts, there are no refunds. At this point students may receive a class credit if the school is able to replace your seat with another student before the start of class. If this is not possible, crediting will not be offered.
  • If you drop a class on or after the class start date, no refunds or credits are possible.

Transfers:

  • If you transfer to from one class to another class of equal value or more, there is no administrative fee.
  • Otherwise an admin fee will be charged for transfers.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.


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