Block-printing Classes Chicago - Woodcut Printmaking

Woodcut Printmaking

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Event Category

Arts & DIY

Event Overview

Woodcut is one of the oldest—and most versatile—forms of printmaking. Artists and artisans have long used this process to print everything from textiles and books to grassroots political posters. With “the hand” clearly visible, woodcut prints remain wonderfully tactile and expressive in an otherwise very digital world.

This spotlight will look to contemporary and historical examples of woodcut prints: José Guadalupe Posada’s satirical political posters, Floating World Ukiyo-e prints from Edo period Japan, Edvard Munch’s experimental carvings, Helen Frankenthaler’s delicate abstractions, and more.

We’ll then carve and print a sample block to familiarize ourselves with various gauges and carving techniques.

5pm - Doors open
5:30 - Project begins

Process Spotlights are community print sessions curated around a particular process. Learn more about weekly community print sessions.

Minimum age

All ages welcome

Cancellation Policy

Location

Campfire Printing Press

2415 W 19th Street Unit 2C,

Chicago, IL, 60608

EVENT DETAILS

Date & Time

Location

Campfire Printing Press

Price

$65.00 per Ticket

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* Registration closes 72 hours before event

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Campfire Printing Press

Campfire Printing Press is a co-working art studio centered around printmaking processes in the Heart of Chicago neighborhood.

We provide a welcoming environment for professional artists and the art-curious public to explore new processes, hone skills, and bring artistic ideas to life.

With offerings ranging from exploratory workshops to facilitated and independent studio sessions to onsite private studios, Campfire Printing Press’ innovative shared studio model allows anyone, even those new to printmaking, to develop projects of any scale with the guidance of seasoned printers.

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