Relief Printmaking with Crystal Hammerschmidt
October 5,12,19, 26 | 6-8pm
$120
*NO Printmaking experience needed, drawing & composition skills are beneficial

We will attempt to scale up in composition size in this class, but students will be able to choose what size they feel most comfortable completing during the 4-week course.

Week #1- Carving Basics and Composition: Students will develop a composition based on an original idea or concept; they are encouraged to explore the unique textures and line qualities achieved through the use of carving gouges into linoleum.
Week #2 Dailing in the Details: Students will continue to develop their composition while practicing new methods of carving to achieve depth and texture in their print.
Week #3 Inks, Printing & Paper: We explore the pros and cons of different products and papers for printing on. Students will start printing and learn best practices in oil-based printmaking, including cleanup, safety & cost.
Week #4 Printing: This final class will focus on inking and production. Students will be allowed to and encouraged to print multiples and invited to contribute a print to a collaborative community print project.