The way of the knife

Ambacht in Beeld Festival — Gare Maritime, Tour & Taxis, Brussels

When	Saturday 9 May Sunday 10 May
Where	Gare Maritime, Tour & Taxis, Brussels
Duration	1.5 hours
Price	€ 35
Level	beginner
Minimum age	12 years
Language	Dutch, English, French
Instructors	Soetkin & Vladimir

About this workshop

Have you ever stared in amazement at a Japanese woodblock print, wondering how those subtle images full of fine details could possibly have been carved from wood?

In this workshop you will discover the secret of the Japanese woodblock cutting technique, but even more, also of our own European woodcut tradition. After a short introduction you get straight to work. The instructor shows you how to handle the cutting tools and you receive a practice plate to immediately test and train your carving skills.

After the workshop you take this plate home so you can continue your journey towards becoming a master carver.

Starting times

Saturday 9 May

11:00
13:30
16:00

Sunday 10 May

11:00
13:30
16:00

Mokuhanga

Japanese woodblock printing, also known as mokuhanga, is the result of nearly 425 years of perfecting the woodcut technique. This printing method stands out for its strongly artisanal character: the extensive handwork required to create a successful woodblock print. A good Japanese woodblock print is the result of a perfect balance between thorough technical skills and free, creative ideas.

Mokuhanga is one of the least toxic printing techniques in existence, with a highly sustainable character and a low ecological impact — which explains its rising popularity worldwide.

With these introduction workshops we primarily target (absolute) beginners and amateurs who would love to experience the special character of Japanese woodblock printing for themselves.

Tickets

This workshop is part of the Ambacht in Beeld Festival in Brussels. Reserve your spot via the festival website.

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