CLASSROOM COURSE Shades of autumn: landscape reduction linocut

Using the ‘Reduction Process’ we’ll create a layered image using two sets of autumnal colour palettes.

Day 1

• Look at print examples, explanation about the reduction method of linocut
• Observing, sketching and photographing out in the Garden, then Emma will demonstrate how to plan your reduction landscape print
• Create a coloured plan for your print
• Learn cutting techniques then you will explore mark-making techniques
• Cut your first layer
• Register your block to create accurate layers
• Apply inks with rollers, and print using a press, and hand burnishing
• Print test colour combinations
• Print two sets of prints of your first layer, using both colour palettes

Day 2

• Continue to work on your reduction print image
• Cut and print your second layer on top of your first, in both colour ways
• Cut and print your final layer for both colour ways