BLOCK PRINT 101 WORKSHOP - MAY 23TH

Craving a creative outlet? Maelu is excited to welcome Kendra Boothe, interior designer at A Homeplace and all around lover of handcrafted goodness, to teach Block Printing 101. In this class, you’ll learn the essentials of block printing and create a unique handmade set of art prints. In addition to carving your own rubber block and printing your custom design, you’ll also have time to explore and print with Kendra’s collection of vintage Indian woodblocks. Kendra is a big believer in the healing and energizing power of craft, creativity and community - the key ingredients in all of her workshops. Block Printing 101 is great for beginners as well as those with experience. Light refreshments and non alcoholic beverages will be provided. All participants also receive 10% off all in store purchases on the day of the workshop.  Limit of 10 participants, non refundable. If the class does not meet the minimum tickets, the class will be canceled and all money will be refunded. 

In this workshop, we will learn how to:

• transfer a design/drawing onto a rubber block
• safely carve out the negative space (what will stay un-inked in your final print) of a design
• mix and roll ink onto your printing block
• pull amazing prints!

Supplies provided during the workshop:

• carving tools
• brayers and barons
• water soluble printmaking ink in multiple colors
• a rubber carving block
• a variety of printmaking papers (*feel free to bring your own color/type of non-glossy paper and/or cards)

You can bring:

• your own black and white drawing or design (As we are limited on time, try to choose a design that is not too complex.)
• an apron or clothes you don't mind getting water-soluble ink on
• short sleeves or sleeves that you can roll up
• creative confidence!

You will go home with:

• a rubber carving block carved with your own design
• a new or reactivated creative skill 
• custom art prints made by you!