In this fast-paced, hands-on workshop, we’re diving into the beautiful, brain-bending process of reduction linocut printing—where one block transforms into a full-color image… by slowly carving it away. Yep. It’s as wild as it sounds.
We’ll start with a 5x7 linoleum block and a design that Mary has created for you (so no drawing stress - just jump right in). From there, you’ll learn how to carve and print through five progressive stages, layering color one by one. After each carving session, we’ll ink up and print—building your image from light to dark until it lands on that final, bold fifth color.
Mary will be right there printing alongside you, helping you make smart carving decisions (and avoid the classic “oh no, I just carved that out forever” moment). You’ll get a solid understanding of the reduction process, how to plan your layers, and how to keep this going long after the workshop ends.
By the end, you’ll walk away with your own edition of hand-pulled, signed prints - and a new appreciation for this slightly chaotic, totally addictive process.
No experience needed, all materials provided - come ready to carve, print, and have some fun!
Bonus: Mary’s mellow shop dog Snow will be tagging along for moral support and good vibes.
Let’s get inky and make something amazing.
Instructor Bio:
Kathryn Hunter is an artist & printer behind Blackbird Letterpress since 2003, creating shaped, movable letterpress cards & notebooks. Working in mixed media & printmaking, her artwork is represented by LeMieux Galleries in New Orleans. She illustrated Everyday Wild, published in 2025. She has taught workshops widely at universities, conferences, Penland School of Crafts, & her own printshop.