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Contemporary Printmaking with Linoleum

A course by Don Kilpatrick III , Artist and Illustrator

Artist and Illustrator. Birmingham, United States.
Joined June 2021

Discover the versatility of linocut art and learn to create unique prints by carving and layering designs

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98% positive reviews (181)
8,469 students
Audio: English, Turkish
English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Discover the versatility of linocut art and learn to create unique prints by carving and layering designs

Printmaking is a traditional technique that has transformed into a contemporary medium for striking artwork. Artist and illustrator Don Kilpatrick III has been using linoleum to create prints for clients like Fortune, The L.A. Times, and The Wall Street Journal.

In this course, Don takes you through the complete process of creating handmade prints from scratch. Learn how to carve your original design into linoleum, and explore the possibilities when combining ink colors and patterns. Are you ready to bring your designs to life?

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What will you learn in this online course?

12 lessons & 10 downloads

  • 98% positive reviews (181)
  • 8,469 students
  • 12 lessons (2h 24m)
  • 10 additional resources (3 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English, Turkish
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Design and carve a linoleum printing block, and create original prints with a variety of inking techniques.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

The course is for anyone interested in handmade printmaking and wants to learn new creative techniques.

Requirements and materials

Basic drawing skills are required.

You will need a sketchbook, tracing paper, carving tools, a bench hook, a barren or wooden spoon, a sharpening stone and strop, printmaking papers, three colors of ink, and an ink roller, and linoleum blocks.


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8,469 Students
181 Reviews
98% Positive ratings

Don Kilpatrick III

A course by Don Kilpatrick III

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Artist and Illustrator

Don Kilpatrick III is an American artist, illustrator, and educator based in Detroit. He received his bachelor’s degree in illustration at Utah State University, and went on to receive a master’s in the same field at Syracuse University. He is currently the department chairman in the Illustration Department at the College for Creative Studies.

Don is also a freelance artist and part of the collaborative project the Detroit Wood Type Co. His work has been exhibited throughout the United States, and has been featured in publications like Fortune, the L.A. Times, and The Wall Street Journal. Other notable projects include designing the Olympic medal for the Winter Games in 2002, as well as designing murals for the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Preparation and First Steps

    • Materials and Workspace Set-up
    • Carving Techniques and Tips
    • Your Theme and First Sketches
  • U3

    Transferring Your Image and Carving Blocks

    • Preparing Your Substrates: Linoleum and Wood Panels
    • Transferring Your Image to the Lino Block
    • Inking Your Transferred Drawing on Your Lino Block
    • Carving Your Lino Block
  • U4

    Printing Techniques

    • Printing Your Image
    • Experimenting with Various Image Combinations
    • Additional Inking Methods and Techniques
  • FP

    Final project

    • Contemporary Printmaking with Linoleum

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Contemporary Printmaking with Linoleum. Illustration, and Craft course by Don Kilpatrick III Best seller

Contemporary Printmaking with Linoleum

A course by Don Kilpatrick III
Artist and Illustrator. Birmingham, United States.
Joined June 2021
  • 98% positive reviews (181)
  • 8,469 students