2026 Carve & Collage: Storytelling Through Block-Printing & Collage

Discover the art of block printing and collage in this immersive five-day workshop! We’ll focus on carving techniques, pattern design, and layering to create bold, expressive prints and patterns. As the week progresses, we’ll explore how block printing can be combined with hand stitching and collage, to add texture and storytelling to your work. Whether you're new to block printing or looking to expand your skills, this class offers a creative and supportive space to experiment and play as you create a series of memorable art pieces.

2027 Carve, Print, Stitch: Collage with Block Printing & Embroidery

Discover how block printing, hand stitching, and collage can come together to create rich, layered works of art. In this five-day workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of linocut printing, explore print and pattern design, and experiment with a variety of printing techniques. You'll also discover how simple embroidery stitches can add texture and depth to paper. Through demonstrations, guided exercises, and plenty of studio time, you'll build confidence with each process while developing your own creative approach.

Using your hand-printed papers, found ephemera, and stitched details, you'll create mixed-media compositions that tell a personal visual story. Along the way, we'll explore pattern, color, transparency, and layering, with plenty of individual guidance to help you develop work that reflects your unique artistic voice. Whether you're new to printmaking or looking to expand your practice, you'll leave with new skills, finished artwork, and a collection of techniques to continue exploring long after the workshop ends.