Designs that Pop: A Linocut Workshop
instructor: Susan Silvester
category: Printmaking / Myrtle Press
for: Adults
price: MEMBER $135 / GENERAL $150
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In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design, carve, and print your own linocut using the reduction method with one color plus black. Learn the fundamentals of relief printmaking, including inking techniques, pin registration, and paper preparation. The class includes live demos, guided instruction, and personalized feedback. You’ll leave with finished prints and the confidence to keep carving. No experience is required and all materials are included in the cost of registration.
WHEN: September 27 & 28, 2025 11 – 3 PM
WHERE: Myrtle Press inside Verge Center for the Arts
About the Instructor
Susan Silvester is a Sacramento-based artist and printmaker with a rich background in visual arts, including years of teaching and commercial work. She now focuses on her studio practice and teaching linocut printing. A member of the California Society of Printmakers, her widely exhibited work explores both traditional and experimental approaches to printmaking.
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.