Library services during winter break: Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center will be closed on 12/25 and on 1/1-1/2, and will be open all other weekdays between 12/25 and 1/1. All other libraries will be closed from 12/25 to 1/4. Circulation of books and materials, as well as other services, will also be affected. See our Service Alerts for more details

  • Workshop

Intro to Block Printing

After a demonstration and tutorial all about carving and printing, participants will carve their own rubber stamp.

This event has already occurred

calendar_month
February 20, 2025, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
location_on
Common Press, Fisher Fine Arts Library, Lower Level
group
Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff

Hosted by: Common Press

Hand carving a linoleum block

A demonstration and tutorial all about carving and printing. We'll discuss the masters of these craft methods, and talk about ideas. Then, participants will carve their own rubber stamp, as practice for linoleum and woodblock printing. After the workshop, check out a lino tool kit from the Common Press to cut and print your own blocks at home.

No prior experience necessary. Free and open to all Penn cardholders.

Maps and More

Campus Libraries Map

Staff Information

Resources for Staff Committees