Workshop Content: Participants will use personal references as inspiration to create a drawing, which will be transferred to a flexible block. Once carved, the block will be inked and printed to create a dramatic image in black, white, and textures (carved) to create “grays.” The carved surface will be printed several times to create an edition. Each printed image will be signed, dated, and numbered. Samples will be shown. Demonstrations and suggestions will be shared in the class.

Supply List: The fee covers all supplies including the carving tools, the easy-carve 9 x 12 block, inks, surgical gloves, and papers such as Mulberry or Masa. Ink plates and brayers will be shared by Lee.

Bring your lunch and a beverage.

Biography: Lee Edge has taught art (high school and adult classes for 40+ years and holds two degrees in art (Moore College of Art/Design and Tyler School of Fine Arts, Temple University, both in Philadelphia Pa.). She has received numerous art awards (national, regional, local) in various exhibits around the country from printmaking to watercolor painting. Lee is a Signature Member of the TN Watercolor Society, and the Southern Watercolor Society, having received awards in exhibit in both organizations at various times. She has received awards for Best of Show or Excellence of Watercolor in exhibits held by various organizations include Oak Ridge Art Center, TN Artist’s Assn., and Fountain City Art Center. Lee exhibits with the Knoxville Watercolor Society.

COVID Protocol: Individuals are invited to wear face masks based on their own comfort level.