Cut to the Chase: Deep Dive into Reduction Linocut Mondays, March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th. 6:00 - 8:30 PM Discover the image-making, layering, and color possibilities of reduction linocut printmaking, while learning the tips and tricks of this challenging medium. Working with simple tools and techniques, as well as exploring the possibilities of color, artists will create an edition of three (or more)-color prints over four sessions. Some experience is suggested; beginners are welcome. Students provide: One Speedball (or similar) Linoleum Cutting Handle + Gouges (1, 2, 3, 5 & 6) Resource images: The imagery you provide can be as simple as clip art-style, to something more complex like a photograph, writing, a constructed image/collage, or you can work abstractly. Whatever direction you choose, you’ll be working with this same image throughout our time together. You should provide the imagery printed out onto standard copy/printer paper in either color or grayscale/black and white, at 5x7”. Of course, you are also welcome to work directly on the block after seeing the demonstration and sample images. You may find yourself inspired to work more off the cuff once at the workshop. The more variety of resource images you provide, the better, as