Carve & Print: Custom Linocut Sketchbooks

Saturday June 27, 1:00-4:00PM 📍Gwartzman's Art Supplies 📍448 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON Customize your own kraft cover sketchbook with a linocut print of your own creation! In this workshop, you’ll be creating a custom Linocut image to print onto a sketchbook cover and fine art paper. Our instructor will guide attendees step-by-step through each stage of the process. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a unique sketchbook, fine art prints and the knowledge of how to set up a printmaking space at home. Beginners welcome. You can create anything you wish; please bring your own photos, sketches and drawings for reference. We will be carving a 4 x 6 inch lino block, so your design needs to fit those dimensions. Printmaking materials will be provided. We’ll also have Posca paint markers available for adding an extra punch of colour. Making art can be messy, please dress for mess. Materials ✸ 4x6 soft lino block ✸ Kraft cover (5.5x8.25), lay flat, 100gsm notebook ✸ Akua ink ✸ Brayers ✸ Strathmore toned paper Who is this for? Journalers, artists and beginners looking for a lowkey workshop, with a finished product to keep all your creative ideas in one place. How to get here Gwartzman's is located at College and Spadina. The 506 and 510 streetcar are the closest options. At College, just head South on Spadina. You will find us on the West side at 448 Spadina Avenue. Limited street parking available right out front. About your instructor Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through art-based education. Since 2015, he has been partnering with non-profit environmental organizations to teach nature focused art programs and workshops. See more of his works here: https://www.alanlidrawings.com/ Refund Policy Store credit up to 7 days before the event. We do not provide credit after the allotted time. Please Note There is a minimum requirement to run this workshop. Event tickets are excluded from discounts, or payment using rewards. Orders placed with discounts/rewards will be cancelled. Overview: 📔Guided instruction 📔All materials provided 📔Perfect for journalers 📔Take home a custom notebook and stamp!