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Linoleum Carving and Christmas Card Printing Workshop at the Mansfield Art Center
December 7 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
In this hands-on workshop, adults will learn the art of linoleum carving to create their own unique Christmas cards. Participants will be guided step-by-step through the process of transferring a design onto linoleum, carving the negative space, and printing their design onto cards. By the end of the class, each participant will have a set of personalized Christmas cards ready to share with friends and family.
Class Objectives:
– Understand the basics of linoleum carving and printmaking.
– Learn how to transfer a design onto linoleum.
– Master the techniques of carving to create a negative space image.
– Explore different printing techniques to create unique Christmas cards.
– Gain confidence in creating personalized art pieces.
– Choosing or creating a simple design for the card.
– Techniques for transferring the design onto the linoleum block.
– Tips for effective design composition.
– Demonstration of carving techniques.
– Hands-on carving practice with individual guidance.
– Focus on carving out the negative space to highlight the design.
Printing Techniques
– Introduction to different printing methods (e.g., hand printing, using a press).
– Practice printing on test paper to perfect the design.
– Printing on final card stock.
– Drying and setting the prints.
– Adding personalized touches (e.g., coloring, embellishments).
Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or send an email to pia@mansfieldartcenter.org