Carved Printmaking with Julia Chon

The Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage is a research center of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. We promote greater understanding and sustainability of cultural heritage across the United States and around the world through the annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival, Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, cultural sustainability initiative, and research and education projects.

Smithsonian Folklife

Try your hand at carving a woodblock and printmaking in this immersive workshop led by Julia Chon!

Smithsonian Arts + Industries Building

Folklife Marketplace 2026

Welcome to the Folklife Marketplace 2026! Join in the festivities during an in-person workshop at the Smithsonian Arts + Industries building or online. From basketry and bookbinding to elderberry syrup and printmaking, try your hand at a new craft!

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<h3>Workshop Overview</h3>Taught by: Julia ChonTime: Friday, July 3, 10:15 AM - 1:15 PM ET (3 hours)Format: In person workshop, hosted by Julia ChonSkill level: All skill levels; Children are welcome with adult supervision.Accessibility: ASL interpretation and other services are available upon requestParticipant Fee: $55Registration Limit: 10 participantsYour Instructor:Julia Chon, better known by her artist name Kimchi Juice, is a Washington D.C. based artist and muralist. Chon’s work explores the relationship between cultural tradition and its effects on generational identity.With a prominent Korean aesthetic in each piece, Chon merges her ancestry and traditions with the contemporary to convey the nuances of the Korean diaspora. As Chon’s work transitions from canvas to large-scale murals, these intimate portraits take center stage in an urban environment.Her murals can be found internationally, and her work has been exhibited in solo and group shows in Washington, D.C.; Los Angeles, California; and Miami, Florida. Chon’s clients and collaborations include Apple, the Korean Cultural Center, and the Phillips Collection, among others.

Workshop OutlineThis hands-on, introductory printmaking workshop invites participants to explore the process of relief printing through carving, inking, and hand-printing techniques. Participants will primarily work with linoleum blocks, with opportunities to explore how different carving surfaces affect the final print. The workshop is designed to be approachable and engaging for all skill levels. No prior printmaking experience is required.Throughout the workshop, Juila Chon will share insight into their practice, including approaches to relief printmaking, material exploration, and storytelling through printed imagery. Participants will learn foundational techniques such as carving methods, ink application, and hand-printing while gaining a deeper understanding of the tactile and process-based nature of printmaking. By the end of the session, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of the printmaking process and will leave with their own handmade prints.This is a hands-on workshop involving ink and carving tools. Participants should be prepared to get a bit messy and are encouraged to wear clothing they do not mind getting ink on. This workshop is open to participants of all ages. Children are welcome with adult supervision.

<h3>Terms &amp; Conditions and FAQs</h3> Registration Requirements:<ul><li>To register, you will need to provide credit card information for payment and your contact information.</li><li>If you have questions about this workshop before you register, please email us at folklife@si.edu with Workshop Question in the subject line.</li><li>Minors must be accompanied by an adult who is also a ticket holder.</li></ul>Refund Policy:All sales are final. No refunds, credits, or transfers.Cancellation Policy: We reserve the right to cancel workshops in the unlikely event of circumstances beyond our control. If a workshop is cancelled, our liability is limited to a refund of registration fees. We will process refunds within sixty days of cancellation.Capacity: This workshop will be limited to 10 participants. Early registration is encouraged.Language: English will be the main language used in the workshop.Accessibility: We strive to create an accessible and inclusive environment for all visitors. If you require accessibility supports such as ASL interpretation, captioning, audio description, or other services, you can indicate that request on the order form. To allow for provider scheduling, please make requests no later than ten days prior to the workshop date. Please direct any other accessibility questions to NuttingD@si.edu with the subject line “Marketplace Workshop Accessibility.”Attending the Workshop:<ul><li>Short breaks will be provided during the workshop. After each period of instruction and Q&amp;A, there will be “open studio” time as attendees work on their individual projects.</li><li>All Information the artisans share during the workshop is proprietary to them and their communities. We ask that you do not duplicate or distribute it.</li></ul><ul><li>If you have questions about this workshop before you register, please email us at folklife@si.edu with Workshop Question in the subject line.</li></ul>

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