An Introduction to Lino Cut Reduction
This workshop is a beginner to intermediate level course for those who want to expand their one colour linocut experience to two or more colours. No prior printmaking experience is required.
Learn about the reductive format of printmaking, where participants work with one lino block to create a multi-coloured layered print edition. Prints are generally created with a colour pallet that ranges in value from light to darker hues. After each coloured layer is printed, the block is carved to eliminate the latest colour from being reprinted. This process continues until the last colour remains and the block is destroyed.
Due to the deterioration of the block through this method every carving decision is final and participants learn to work with unintended mark making. This process is fun and ensures that each print edition is truly one of a kind and impossible to replicate!
Participants are encouraged to come with source material or a drawing suitable for a 5 x 7 inch
When?
Saturday May 17th and Sunday May 18th
IMA has inexpensive accommodation options for program participants through our artist-in-residence building check it out here -> www.imarts.com/island-mountain-air
Where?
Wells-Barkerville School (4386 Mildred Ave) Second Floor Studios
Cost?
$185+GST for 2025 IMArts Members - Get Your Membership and support IMA Here!
$200+GST for Non-Members
Registration?
Register for the Workshop-click here
25% of the workshop fee will be due within 5 business days of registration and is non-refundable. IMA will draft and send an invoice to you via Square.
We can take down-payment in the gallery in cash, via e-transfer to finance@imarts.com or using a credit card online.
The balance is due upon arrival at the workshop.
About the Artist
Mary Anne Molcan is a Canadian visual artist who employs the reductive or multi block processes of linoleum printing to build diverse layers of colour and textures within her work. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with distinction from Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, BC.
Molcan is a member of People of Print and has exhibited in both Canada and the United States.Her work is held in public and private collections internationally, including the Vancouver Island University’s digital intellectual and creative archive.