Lino printing

Art

• The 12 year old student has learned about the process of lino printing, including carving the lino block and using ink for printing.
• They have developed an understanding of negative space and positive space in their designs, as lino printing requires the carving away of the negative space to reveal the positive image for printing.
• The student has practiced patience and precision while carving the lino block, honing their fine motor skills and attention to detail.

For continued development, encourage the student to experiment with different types of ink and paper, as well as varying levels of pressure during printing to create different effects. They could also explore incorporating multi-colored printing by using different blocks for each color or adding color to the block directly.

Book Recommendations

• Lino Cutting and Printing by Claire Benn and Leslie Morgan: This book provides a comprehensive guide to lino printing, including step-by-step instructions and inspirational examples.
• Print, carve, stamp by Sarah Dennis: This book offers a range of projects for lino printing, suitable for beginners and more experienced printmakers.