Reduction Linocut at The Imaginarium Shellharbour

Event Details

Join award-winning printmaker and visiting artist Samantha Thompson for an immersive introduction to reduction linocut printmaking.

Reduction linocut is a relief printing technique that uses a single block, progressively carved and printed in layers, to create vibrant multi-coloured artworks. Because the block is carved away between each printing stage, the process is often described as “the art of no return”.

Throughout the day, you’ll learn:

• The process and history of reduction linocut printing
• How to prepare an image for printing
• Techniques for transferring an image onto a 15cm x 15cm lino block
• How to set up a Ternes-Burton registration system
• Multi-layer printing using three colours plus white
• Finishing and editioning your artwork

Participants will leave with a completed artwork and several hand-printed editions to take home.

All materials, including lino, inks, tools and high-quality printmaking paper

Workshop dates available:

• Saturday 29 August, 11am to 4pm
• Sunday 6 September, 11am to 4pm

Bookings are essential

Ticket cost: $250 per person

Ages: Adults and young people aged 15+ (when accompanied by an adult)

Capacity: 10 people