School Continues

Tonight was the 2nd meeting of my current woodcut class in Belmar.  All four of the participants were there on time, ready to work.  They were very excited that the tools had arrived, so I started by distributing them and going over how to use each type.  Three came with drawings already on their blocks, while the fourth had narrowed down some options and sought opinions on which would be the best for a first print.  With that settled, she got a drawing down, and within minutes all were starting to cut their blocks.  They were surprised at how simple the process of cutting is (quality tools does help) and all made significant process.  We're taking off next week for the holiday, but since everyone now owns a few tools, I expect they will all show up for the 3rd week ready to take their first proofs.