Reduction Linocut – how to make a multi coloured print from one plate.

This method of multicolour printing requires only one linoblock, woodblock or other
material suitable for cutting or gouging. The flat upper surface of this material is the
relief surface, which carries the ink colour to be printed onto paper or fabric or other flat
material. Any gouged or cut out areas will not receive ink and therefore will not print.
The process involves repeating the cutting and printing steps, one for each colour in the design. Once printing of the edition is complete, further prints cannot be made from the
block as much of the surface has been destroyed in the process.

Demonstrations will include how to transfer images to the block, cutting techniques, ink
colour mixing and application to the block, paper registration techniques, printing with
and without a press and print signing protocols. Participants will take home a small
edition of prints.

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