Linocuts - Workshop with Kelly Moran

Description

What is a linocut? Linocut is a type of relief print using Linoleum. Linoleum was invented in the UK in the mid 1800’s for flooring and Wallpaper. Artists started experimenting with it for relief printing soon after its invention, Picasso embraced the material and pushed it to its limit. To make a linocut, first the plate is prepared by transferring an image to the surface. The image is carved into the Linoleum, using sharp gouging tools. Then ink is rolled onto the uncut surface with a brayer. Finally, paper is laid on top of the Linoleum and pressure is applied with a baren to produce a print. In the workshop participants will be producing a one-color print. Wear your art clothes! Redbud Arts Center 303 East 11th St., Houston, TX 77008 Saturday, September 16 from 3pm to 5pm Open to the public Participants must be 12 years of age or older Nonrefundable Fee: $25 per participant Please bring the following: black sharpie, pencil, sketchbook for a 4 x 6 inch block All other materials are provided.