Get out your finished drawing. Make sure you are taking process pictures!!
Task #1: Demo
I will show you how you will transfer your drawing to the lino block.
Make you have a LASER copy of your drawing. It will not work if it is inkjet
Make sure you have sized it properly to fit a 4"x6" lino block
Apply medium to the front of your lino block with a brush
Apply medium to the front of your laser copy.
Adhere laser copy to lino block face down. Get out air bubbles by rolling smooth with a brayer.
Wait until dry, 20 minutes.
Spray lightly with water and agitate gently with your fingers. The black tones will transfer and stay on the lino while the paper dissolves away.
Task #3: Demo
For those of you who are ready to carve I will demonstrate carving techniques with the lino cutting tools
1. Go slow and controlled. You cannot reattach anything carved away.
2. Cut away all part you wish to remain white
3. Cut away from your hands and fingers
4. Use the proper size lino blade for the area you are cutting. For example, a smaller blade for smaller areas to be carved out.