Introduction to Lino Cut Reduction with Mary Anne Molcan

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
4 hours/day

Cost?
$185+GST for 2025 IMArts Members – Get Your Membership and support IMA Here!
$200+GST for Non-Members

Registration?
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.

This workshop is supported by the BC Arts Council and the Province of British Columbia