The Art of Two-Color Lino Block Printing
instructor: Susan Silvester
category: Printmaking, Myrtle Press
for: Adults
price: MEMBER $135 / GENERAL $150
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In this two-day workshop, you’ll delve into the fundamentals of linocut printmaking, focusing on inking, pin registration, and paper preparation. The session combines demonstrations with personalized feedback, and we provide all the necessary supplies—from premium inks and carving tools to quality paper. Emphasizing two-color linoblock printing techniques, this workshop will equip you with the skills and confidence to continue exploring printmaking independently. By the end, you’ll have created several linocut prints and gained a comprehensive understanding of the process.
WHEN: May 3 & 4, 2025 11-3 PM
WHERE: Myrtle Press inside Verge Center for the Arts
About the Instructor
Susan Silvester is a Sacramento-based artist, printmaker, and teacher with a Master of Fine Arts degree in Studio Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. As a board member of Myrtle Press, a printmaking facility in Sacramento, she is dedicated to supporting the printmaking community and fostering opportunities for artists to explore the medium. She has taught classes in linoblock printing through a collaboration of Pence Gallery and Myrtle Press, and has also taught college art classes in design, drawing, and color theory. Susan’s work has been exhibited widely, demonstrating a mastery of traditional printmaking techniques, as well as a willingness to experiment with new approaches. She is deeply committed to exploring the possibilities of printmaking as a medium and is a member of the California Society of Printmakers.
Community Standards
In order to create a safe and encouraging environment for creativity, we ask that all attendees comply with Verge’s non-discrimination policy which prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, age, physical or mental disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by the state or local laws. We also ask that everyone contribute positively to a safe and comfortable environment for all attendees. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone who does not abide by our community standards stated above.
Cancellation and Refunds Policy
Verge Center for the Arts reserves the right to cancel classes, to change instructors, and to make other changes that may become necessary to ensure a quality experience for participants. In the event that a class is canceled, we will contact all registrants and offer the option of transferring to another available session, or receiving a full refund.
If a participant wishes to withdraw from a class, they must do so in writing at least seven days prior to the first class meeting to receive a full refund, less a $25 processing fee. Withdrawals occurring within seven days prior to the first class meeting will receive a refund of 50% of the total class fee or may transfer to a class of equal or lesser value. Participants are only eligible for one transfer per registration and must get it approved by Verge staff. No refunds or transfers are given to withdrawals that occur 24 hours or less before the class begins. Membership fees are non-refundable. Please note we are unable to issue cash refunds.