How to Teach Lino Printing is an introductory course for this exciting print process. It is ideal for a new teacher, those who have not taught lino printing before or those who wish to build confidence.
It includes how to print with or without a printing press.
Objectives:
- To learn about the different sorts of lino and equipment needed to teach lino printing.
- Explore techniques for printing with or without a printing press.
- To learn about the anatomy of printing press.
- Develop strategies for transferring a design or drawing onto lino.
- Gain confidence in teaching students how to carve and print lino.
- Understand and make a registration card to align prints.
- Learn effective methods for managing the classroom and cleaning up after lino printing.
Once you have watched the professional development, you will be able to download a certificate that includes your name, the name of the course, and the duration to evidence PD hours. Although the video is 48 minutes long, the duration/PD hours on the certificate is 6 hours to allow you time to complete the tasks within and consider how you will integrate what you have learnt into your teaching.
Materials Required: One piece of easy-cut lino or the lino you plan to use with your students (A6 or 10 x 15 cm), lino cutting tools, benchhook, 2 rollers/brayer, black printing ink, tray or board to dispense the printing ink onto. Carbon paper. 2 A4 pieces of greyboard to make a registration card.
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