Japanese linocut workshop

The linocut workshop in detail

1. Introduction to linocut and related techniques
2. Design: Transfer of the design and custom motifs onto the linoleum supplied.
3. Engraving: You’ll engrave your image in the lino plate using several gouges (fine, medium and one large) which we’ll lend you.
4. Inking: Your engraved plaque is inked using a Japanese roller.
5. Printing: Using a Japanese baren, transfer your motif onto a sheet of mulberry paper.
6. While your print is drying, we’ll keep in touch and I’ll answer any questions you may have.

Further information

• Date: Saturday 08 June 2024 from 2pm to 6pm
• Duration: 4h
• Public: 15 and over
• All levels: no artistic prerequisites required
• Maximum number of participants: 12

Equipment

• Lino board 14.8 x 21 cm (A5)
• Pencil, eraser, tracing paper
• Mulberry paper Wenzhou
• 3 engraving gouges: fine, medium and wide
• Japanese printing roller and baren
• Japanese design patterns and motifs