Lino Printing Materials:
• Lino Tile Velvet Print – Double Sided 20 x 30cm – 19269
• EC Block Printing Colour Black – 250ml – 12926
• CleverPatch™ Triangular Maxi Permanent Markers – Black Pack of 12 – 16531
• CleverPatch™ Cover Paper Assorted – A4 – Pack of 275 13652
• Lino Carving Tools – Pack of 6 12933
• Masking Tape – 18mm x 50m – 11774
• Lino Roller – 15cm – 12928
• Other materials required: Scissors, pencil and scrap paper
The process of etching and mark making is fundamental to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and arts. Research the history and prominent artists to inspire your own lino print creation!
1. Trace around the lino tile onto a piece of paper and cut out. Adult supervision is recommended when using scissors. Use scissors to cut your lino into quarters.
2. Sketch a design onto the paper. Think about what you would like your print to look like and what you will be carving away. Remember, your design will be reversed so be careful if using words as part of your design.
4. Use a permanent marker to go over your design so you can clearly see the areas that will be printed. Now you can carve away the green.
5. Begin to carve the lino. The ‘V’ tool is good for outlines. The flat tool will help to get a clean edge. The ‘U’ tool is good for gouging out large areas. Always make sure to carve away from yourself and keep your fingers out of the way. Hold the tools on an angle and work slowly to avoid slipping. Adult supervision is recommended.
6. Add texture to your design by carving patterns into the larger printing areas. Continue until the lino carving is complete.
7. Tape down a sheet of scrap paper to your desk. Pour a small amount of ink onto the paper and run your roller through it a few times. Ink your lino with the roller.
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3. Transfer your design onto the lino. Cover the back of your paper in pencil, lay this side down onto the tile and trace firmly over your design.
8. Place the inked lino face down onto a sheet of cover paper. Run your fingertips firmly and evenly over the back of the lino, then peel it off to reveal your print! 5
