Woodblock: Covering Mokuhanga, Indian Woodblock, and Multi-Plate Relief Printing
Short Class | Available
Special Topics in Woodblock
This woodblock course is designed to instruct students with existing knowledge and skills in carving techniques on the more advanced woodblock styles not typically studied in Western classrooms. Students will be introduced to Mokuhanga, a style of Japanese block carving; Indian Woodblock, a heritage carving practice taught by master craftspeople in India; as well as multi-plate relief printing, a more advanced method that incorporates the use of multiple blocks. The course will be structured to provide two sessions on each of the three topics, allowing students to become familiar with the process in one class before trying to utilize the technique in the second class. Preparation will be required on part of the students to ensure their blocks are ready for the printing process, and students will communicate with the instructor about the exact necessary prep work to ensure the new class material can be covered within the allotted time.
This course is designed as an open studio format, which means students are expected to work independently on their own projects while also having opportunities to learn and explore new processes.
Your instructor has provided a list of materials required to participate fully in this class.
If you have any questions about specifics or what is needed week-to-week, please reach out to your instructor via the email in your confirmation letter.
WSS will provide water-soluble ink and basic printmaking tools for student use.
Presses and carving tools/rollers/brayers/barens are available for shared use.
Any additional supplies, including paper, must be provided by the student, in addition to: - Mokuhanga: Chinese calligraphy paper pad, watercolors, nori
- Indian Woodblock: Silkscreen color
- Multi-Plate Relief: Multiple woodblocks of the same size, paper, pins
Trisha Gupta
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