In this introductory class, learn the fundamentals of carving a linocut, a centuries old relief-printmaking technique, and explore printing by hand, registering a two-color print, creating an edition, and how to properly and safely use the carving tools. Walk away with a small edition of an original prints, and the knowledge to continue making prints on your own!
Students are responsible for providing their own supplies. View the supply list here.
Ticket Information
Registration for February, April, and Summer vacation week classes ends at Noon the Friday before the class starts.
Before registering for classes, please review Program Information and Policies.
Tickets can only be ordered through the website or by phone; no in-person ticket sales. To order tickets by phone, call 1-800-440-6975 ($6 processing fee applies).
All ticket sales are final. Tickets may not be refunded, are nontransferable, nor may they be resold.
About the Instructor
Maxine Greij is a Boston-based printmaker and aspiring glass artist who has been working at the MFA since 2016, where she has taught drawing and printmaking to a variety of age groups. Although she is primarily a relief printmaker, she has explored many printmaking techniques during her time as an undergrad, first at the Pratt Institute, then at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, where she graduated in 2019 with a BFA in History of Art. She also works, and occasionally teaches, at Fiamma Glass Studio in Waltham, MA, and loves to combine her artistic interests, with glass artists and glass tools serving as the subject for many of her relief prints.
Did You Know?
Members receive a discount on all studio art classes. Join now to save on classes and parking every time you visit!