Intro to Reduction Linocut

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Arts opportunity Visual arts & new media Calgary Classes & Workshops

DEADLINE: February 16, 2026 - 12:00 am

Instructor: Jonathan Creese

Dates: Sundays, February 15 and 22, 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm

Location: A/P Studio, #460 42 Ave SE,
Calgary

Cost: $265.00

This intro class to the reduction linocut technique will teach the basics of the process through the creation reduction linocut at the Alberta Printmakers studio over the course of two classes.

The reduction process is one way of introducing colour into the relief printing process without the necessity of having multiple blocks. Students will be instructed on ways of designing imagery at 6 x 8″ for reduction printing, useful approaches to the carving process, the use of a registration jig, and finally the setting of the press and printing. 

Participants should leave the workshop with a small edition of reduction prints designed and printed by themselves as well as a good foundation in the technique to allow them to continue with their own personal explorations.

Some prior experience with relief printmaking (linocut or woodcut) is an advantage to taking this workshop but is not a necessity.

What you’ll learn: ​​​​
  • What should be considered when designing an image for the reduction process
  • How to transfer the image to the block
  • The basics of carving linoleum
  • How to achieve accurate registration for multiple layers of colour
  • The printing process
About the instructor:

Jonathan Creese is a Trinidadian artist, currently living, working, and studying in Calgary AB. Being introduced to art primarily from the realm of printmaking, his work uses the language and sensibilities of printmaking to highlight the realities of the cultural and socio political landscape of his homeland. He is interested in ways of representing quantitative data visually, particularly in relation to homicide statistics in Trinidad and Tobago.

Workshop Fee

$285.00* prices not subject to GST

*Access to using the A/P studio equipment, including as a workshop participant, requires an A/P membership. Annual memberships are $30 and $10 for current students and current recipients of AISH. Membership fees can be applied directly to your workshop registration.

This workshop includes all project supplies, students are recommended to:
  • Come prepared with image ideas or a creative direction to ground your design process.
  • Arrive no more than 10 minutes before class.
  • Park in the stalls located in front of A/P or use free street parking.
  • Bring a snack and water bottle.
  • Bring a notebook/sketchbook and pen.
  • Bring reading glasses if you need them for fine work.
  • Wear suitable clothing for working with ink and/or a work apron.
  • Wear close toed shoes and avoid overly loose long sleeves.
  • Tie back long hair when operating machinery.
  • Personal PPE (goggles if uncomfortable sharing Studio PPE)
Additional Notes:
  • Class limited to 6 Participants
  • Adults 18+ Years Old

For more information and to register, visit our website HERE.