Linocut Printmaking Workshop: Intermediate

Learn linocut printmaking with our Art Courses in Sydney!

Building on the skills acquired in the Beginners Linocut Printmaking Workshop, this Intermediate class introduces the exciting use of colour, adding a new layer of complexity to your prints. Incorporating colour not only enhances the visual impact of your work but also brings challenges such as layering, registration, and precise ink application.

Throughout the workshop, you'll refine your carving techniques, focusing on more intricate and detailed designs. You'll learn how to apply multiple colours using methods like reduction printing and multi-block printing, gaining a deeper understanding of colour mixing and how it affects the overall composition of your prints. Special attention will be given to mastering registration techniques, ensuring that your layers of colour align perfectly.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will:

• Understand the fundamentals of using coloured inks in linocut printmaking.
• Gain proficiency in multi-colour printing techniques.
• Build on the linocutting skills you have already learned in the beginner's workshop.  
• Receive constructive feedback to help get the best out of your printmaking skills.

After finishing this course, you might like to enrol in one of our many other art courses offered at Sydney Community College.

Course content

What will be covered in this linocut printmaking workshop?

• Guidance on designing prints suitable for linocut, emphasising how to transfer designs onto linoleum blocks while considering the reversed image effect for final prints.
• Techniques for creating various marks, textures, and details using linocut tools to manipulate coloured ink effectively.
•  Methods for inking carved linoleum blocks with coloured ink, exploring how different inking methods can affect the final print's appearance.
• Proper techniques for registering linoleum blocks with paper to ensure precise alignment and accurate printing of multi-colour designs with coloured ink.
•  Learning how to achieve consistent pressure and quality prints through hand-printing methods, focusing on achieving clear and well-defined prints with coloured ink.

Intended audience

Who is this linocut printmaking workshop for?

This workshop is for people who have completed the beginners workshop or people 'with previous or advanced knowledge or experience of relief printing.

*This workshop is not suitable for students under the age of 18 years. 

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)

Course materials

What we provide

• Lino cutting tools & rollers
• Lino blocks
• Coloured Inks
• Printing papers
• Linocut printing ideas
• Bring a few large hard copy images of your choice as inspiration for your linocut printing.

Materials are provided in class. However, if you wish to use your tools feel free to bring them along.  

Additional information

Please note the following:

• Closed-in shoes required
• Please wear old clothes and/or bring an apron
• Long hair must be tied back