Intro to Woodcut Printmaking
February 1
Regular price $205.00TOTAL COST: $205
Course Fee: $180
Materials: $25
DATES: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1
TIME: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM PST
LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate
AGE GROUP: Adults
LOCATION: Building 324C, Fort Worden, Port Townsend. (COVID protocol will be observed, read our policies here)
DESCRIPTION
Explore the timeless art of woodcut printmaking in this one-day workshop led by artist Charles Spitzack. This workshop will guide you through the entire process of creating woodcut prints, from the initial stages of designing an image to the final steps of inking and producing your own unique prints. You'll learn how to translate your designs onto wood blocks, safely use the woodcutting tools, and tricks to successfully print by hand.
Charles will guide you in the process of creating prints by hand using high-quality Japanese printmaking paper and Cranfield Safe Wash Relief Ink. This ink allows for easy clean-up and eliminates the need for ventilation in your home studio or chemicals often used in oil based printmaking. You will use brayers to apply the ink evenly across the surface of your carved block, to better achieve consistent and beautiful prints.
One of the unique aspects of woodblock prints is the ability to create multiple colored plates to build a final, layered image. This technique allows for an intuitive and dynamic approach to printmaking, where colors and shapes are built up gradually, leading to surprising and often beautiful results. By the end of the course, you will have developed an introductory understanding of woodcut printmaking, enabling you to continue creating prints from the comfort of your own home—without the need for a press.
SUPPLY INFORMATION
All materials and supplies are provided with the materials fee. Cutting-tools will be loaned to each student.
After registration, course details are available via the Northwind Art School learning portal. Learn more
ABOUT CHARLES
Charles Spitzack (b 1987) is a visual artist, educator, and carpenter living and working in the Pacific Northwest. Committed to communal aspirations, equality, labor rights, environmentalism, and leveling the playing field – Spitzack has found woodblock printmaking to be an excellent way to express his thoughts and feelings. Drawn to this medium by its practical process, boldness, and direct mark making – he has found freedom within its walls, and aspires to share this with others through education and art sharing.
Artist website: Charles Spitzack, IG: @spitzattack
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DISCOUNTS
This course is eligible for a 10% member discount at the Supporter level and beyond. Get a membership today!
Don's Pharmacy and Art Toolkit in downtown Port Townsend offer a 10% discount for Northwind Art School students.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
If you cannot attend a course for any reason, we can offer you a refund as follows:
- If you cancel more than 2 weeks before the course start date, you will receive a full refund.
- If you cancel less than 2 weeks before course start date, you will receive a 50% refund.
- If you cancel one week or less before the course start date, there will be no refund.
All refunds will be applied to the same credit card that was used for enrollment. Please contact admin@northwindart.org for more information.