2 sessions offered
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Sunday, August 26, 2026
Discover the fundamentals of relief printmaking in this one-day, hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how to transfer an original drawing or image onto a linoleum block, carve the design using professional carving tools, ink the block with professional relief printing inks, and produce a small edition of original prints on archival printmaking paper.
Designed for beginners, this workshop introduces the complete relief printing process while emphasizing safe carving techniques, proper inking methods, and hand-printing practices. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with their carved linoleum block and a collection of their own original prints.
Materials Provided
Linoleum block
Professional carving tools
Professional relief printing inks
Archival printmaking paper
Brayers and inking equipment
Cleaning materials
What to Bring
A simple black-and-white image or drawing for reference (optional)
Sketchbook and pencil (optional)
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Joey Gonzales IV received their BA in Art with an emphasis in printmaking from Texas A&M Corpus Christi University. They explore different facets of their identity through printmaking and ceramics. Joey's practice has included curating art shows in Corpus Christi, participating in shows across the country, and contributing to Latinx art and culture. Joey's contribution to South Texas culture has caught the attention of the Bend Magazine featuring Joey's curatorial work within the LGBTQIA+ art community.
2 sessions offered
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Sunday, August 26, 2026
Discover the fundamentals of relief printmaking in this one-day, hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how to transfer an original drawing or image onto a linoleum block, carve the design using professional carving tools, ink the block with professional relief printing inks, and produce a small edition of original prints on archival printmaking paper.
Designed for beginners, this workshop introduces the complete relief printing process while emphasizing safe carving techniques, proper inking methods, and hand-printing practices. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with their carved linoleum block and a collection of their own original prints.
Materials Provided
Linoleum block
Professional carving tools
Professional relief printing inks
Archival printmaking paper
Brayers and inking equipment
Cleaning materials
What to Bring
A simple black-and-white image or drawing for reference (optional)
Sketchbook and pencil (optional)
—
Joey Gonzales IV received their BA in Art with an emphasis in printmaking from Texas A&M Corpus Christi University. They explore different facets of their identity through printmaking and ceramics. Joey's practice has included curating art shows in Corpus Christi, participating in shows across the country, and contributing to Latinx art and culture. Joey's contribution to South Texas culture has caught the attention of the Bend Magazine featuring Joey's curatorial work within the LGBTQIA+ art community.
