BLOCK PRINTING
WITH DIY FOAM AND PRE-CUT LINO STAMPS | BASIC LEVEL
About this Workshop
This fun and easy workshop—great for children as well as adults—is a perfect introduction to basic printmaking. In this breezy two-hour workshop, you will learn how to create a variety stamps and be amazed what you can do with simple materials. Transform everyday objects into awesome stamps to create interesting patterns and motifs.
What will I learn in this workshop?
- How to design your own stamps
- Selecting potential materials and tools
- Applying art elements and creating patterns
- Tips on composing your design
- Optimum ink consistency
- Hand printing techniques
Unleash your imagination! Design your own unique stamp designs—stripes, zig-zags, polka dots, circles—you name it! We'll guide you on how to use repetition, rotation, overlapping, shape and colour themes. Mix and match various patterns into a great-looking composition. Mix your own colours and print your designs on Japanese 'washi' paper. Learn about optimum ink consistency, pressure, as well as hand printing techniques. All materials and tools required for this workshop will be provided.
