Traditional Japanese woodblock printmaking is a relief printing technique that uses Japanese tools and natural materials. Instructor Glenn Yamanoha will introduce the basic process in four hands-on sessions. Attendees will learn the fundamental techniques of Mokuhanga such as cutting with chisels, preparing blocks and paper, registration, and printing with a baren (printing pad.)
Traditional Japanese woodblock printmaking is a relief printing technique that uses Japanese tools and natural materials. Instructor Glenn Yamanoha will introduce the basic process in four hands-on sessions. Attendees will learn the fundamental techniques of Mokuhanga such as cutting with chisels, preparing blocks and paper, registration, and printing with a baren (printing pad.)
The workshop will consist of five two-hour classes at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus starting at 1 p.m. Thursday through Feb. 11. Cost is $80/$72 for VAC members, plus a $25 supply fee. No experience is necessary for this introductory workshop.
Mokuhanga differs from western woodblock in that it is water-based printing with sumi ink, watercolor and nori (rice paste), so no toxic solvents are used; it is printed with a hand held baren rather than a press; and it employs the accurate “kento” registration method, cut directly into the block. By utilizing nontoxic, “green” materials, it readily combines traditional processes with new printing technologies.
Yamanoha studied woodblock printing in Kyoto, Japan, on a Monbusho (Japan Government) scholarship between 1988-90. He lives in Volcano Village and runs Volcano Gravel.
Info: 967-8222, www.volcanoartcenter.org.