Bug & Block: Linocut Carving Workshop at The Insect Asylum

Carve, ink, and print your own bug-inspired design at The Insect Asylum! No experience needed—all materials provided.

By Nina Salem

Date and time

Sunday, June 29 · 2 - 5pm CDT

Location

The Insect Asylum

2870 N Milwaukee Ave chicago, IL 60618

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Bug & Block: Linocut Carving Workshop at The Insect Asylum

Join us for a hands-on linocut printmaking workshop in the beautifully curious setting of The Insect Asylum! In this 2–3 hour class, you’ll learn the foundations of linocut carving and printing, using beginner-friendly techniques to design, carve, and print your own unique artwork. Absolutely no experience is required—just bring your curiosity and creativity.

You'll be guided step-by-step through the process of creating a design (or choosing from our bug- and critter-themed references), transferring it to a rubber block, and carving with your own style. Then, learn how to roll out ink and hand-print your final design onto paper. All materials are provided, and you’ll get to keep your carved block for future prints at home.

By the end of the class, you’ll walk away with a completed print, a reusable block, and a deeper appreciation for both the art of printmaking and the fascinating world of insects. Let the magic of The Insect Asylum inspire your design and creativity!

Organized by

Nina Salem

We are working hard to bring Chicago its first Insect and Taxidermy Museum! Our focus is connecting to the beauty of nature in a non-traditional sense. During these events we will engage all of our senses to foster both excitement and growth. At The Insect Asylum we encourage you to explore, as we do! Every time you walk through our doors we are hoping you engage with the exhibits and develop a true sense of belonging with nature. Our mission is to allow people to get excited, to learn and to grow. We understand that inspiration takes flight in many forms. Come and get inspired, create, and connect with a beautiful community! Also, please keep in mind The Insect Asylum is a self-funded endeavor. This labor of love is ever growing, any and all funds we raise help us bring more to the community! We want to make our project affordable to everyone, so if you can afford to sponsor entrance for someone else please reach out. If you need to be sponsored to participate, please reach out or visit our website. We want to be able to include everyone. Donations of any kind are always welcome!

Hope to see you there,

Nina Salem Founder/Artist

$60.54