Course Summary
In this self-paced, online micro-credential you will be introduced to the techniques used to create successful lino or woodblock reduction prints. Visual Art: Introduction to Linocut and Woodblock Techniques offers step-by-step instruction to support your creation of successful reduction prints using a lino or woodblock matrix.
Printmaking materials are not supplied.
Required materials to complete this micro credential:
Relief inks:
1 X Water-based block printing ink – Yellow (Derivan Block Ink Tube Set recommended)
1 X Water-based block printing ink – Crimson
1 X Water-based block printing ink – Pthalo Blue.
1 X Water-based block printing ink – White.
1 X Water-based block printing ink – Black.
(Derivan Block Ink Tube Set recommended)
Or
1 X Water-based block printing medium/extender, 250 ml, if you already have artist's or student acrylic paint colours.
Other tools and resources:
2 X lino tile (30 cm X 30 cm, Silkcut lino recommended)
20 x 110 gsm, acid-free cartridge paper.
1 X Awagami Hosho paper (optional)
1 X Speedball 4" Soft Roller 1" diameter.
1 X Baren - Bamboo, Large, 4’’ diameter (or similar).
1 X 3- 5 Piece Lino Cutting Set.
1 X pencil.
1 X plastic eraser, sketch pad or sketch paper.
1 X sheet of carbon paper.
1 x bar of Solvo soap.
1 x small box disposable rubber gloves.
1 x apron.
1 x Bench hook or rubber, non-slip mat. (optional)
Soft cotton rags.
(approx. $150-$250).
This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.
Our micro-credentials are aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
What is a Digital Badge?
Requirements - To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Entry RequirementsThere are no specific entry requirements for this micro-credential.
Course Details
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Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
Outcomes: Students completing this short course will develop the skills and knowledge to produce a three-colour lino reduction print.
Career Opportunities/Occupations: Skills and knowledge developed in this short course can be used to support the activities of a visual artist operating as a sole trader.
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
18 hours online, self-paced learning.
Students can access the micro-credential for one year from enrolment.
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- Use and adapt a creative process that incorporates design concepts and relief printmaking techniques to produce a small edition of fine art, relief prints
- Demonstrate knowledge required to produce a limited edition of lino or woodblock prints.
Assessment:
Online Quiz.
Award
Digital Badge via Credly
Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.