July 19, 2025: Intro to Lino Block Printmaking - SOLD OUT

$125.00
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TIME: 10:00 to 2:00

This 1 day introductory class will cover the basics needed to get started on your printmaking journey. Denise Markbreit, printmaker and Print House founder/owner is the instructor, and the class is held in our brand new print studio in the heart of Asheville!

Topics covered during class include:

  • An overview of the various types of linoleum available to work with.

  • The transfer of your design or image to the linoleum plate.

  • Safe carving techniques using an assortment of gouges.

  • How to keep your tools in top condition.

  • Good printmaking practices and how to print with-environmentally friendlier inks.

  • Printing by hand using simple homemade jigs to keep your prints clean, crisp and organized as you print. The jigs will enable you to add some color surprises too!

You will come away from this class with a set or edition of finished prints and a thirst to learn more! Bring your ideas to class and a desire to experiment and play in this expansive medium.

All levels of learners are welcome and no prior drawing skills are necessary.

Class limited to 8 participants.

Class held at Print House - 29 Carolina Lane, Asheville, NC

CLASS FEE: $125 *Price includes all materials.

Register & Pay: ADD TO CART then click on the CART at TOP RIGHT of site to complete checkout.

TIME: 10:00 to 2:00

This 1 day introductory class will cover the basics needed to get started on your printmaking journey. Denise Markbreit, printmaker and Print House founder/owner is the instructor, and the class is held in our brand new print studio in the heart of Asheville!

Topics covered during class include:

  • An overview of the various types of linoleum available to work with.

  • The transfer of your design or image to the linoleum plate.

  • Safe carving techniques using an assortment of gouges.

  • How to keep your tools in top condition.

  • Good printmaking practices and how to print with-environmentally friendlier inks.

  • Printing by hand using simple homemade jigs to keep your prints clean, crisp and organized as you print. The jigs will enable you to add some color surprises too!

You will come away from this class with a set or edition of finished prints and a thirst to learn more! Bring your ideas to class and a desire to experiment and play in this expansive medium.

All levels of learners are welcome and no prior drawing skills are necessary.

Class limited to 8 participants.

Class held at Print House - 29 Carolina Lane, Asheville, NC

CLASS FEE: $125 *Price includes all materials.

Register & Pay: ADD TO CART then click on the CART at TOP RIGHT of site to complete checkout.

Portrait of artist and printmaking instructor Denise Markbreit of Asheville, NC.

DENISE MARKBREIT

PRINTMAKER and FOUNDER-OWNER of Print House

Denise discovered Akua ink - a soy based, safer printmaking solution while at an artists’ retreat. It was a game changer for her printmaking practices. Delving into safer techniques, without solvents or chemicals, opened up a world of eco-friendly printmaking possibilities including Mokuhanga, Mokulito, Mixed Media printing and Solar Plate print matrixes. Denise has been hooked on green printmaking ever since!

In addition to her pursuit of printed fine art images, Denise creates hand printed home accessories, and print based mixed media images and sculptures. Denise also teaches printmaking classes and workshops.

In 2018 Denise founded the Asheville Print Studio + Gallery. After the devastation of Helene in 2024 she founded Print House with fellow printmaker, Anna Bryant, in 2025. Denise holds a BFA from the School of Visual Arts and an MST from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Her fine art prints have been exhibited in numerous galleries and institutions across the country and reside in art collections worldwide. 

To learn more about Denise and her printmaking CLICK HERE.