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Magic Ink Stamp by Nathalie Roland

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Intro to Reduction with Nathalie Roland

Reduction printing is a multi-layered printing process that uses a single block to create a multi-colored image. The process involves carving and printing, removing portions of the block after each layer is printed, usually working from lightest to darkest colors.

Students will carve their own small, two color design and learn the basic principles of reduction carving: what to carve and when. They will finish the class with a small edition of their two color design and usable stamp (single color design) to take home.