Classes, workshops, and supplies to help you love the experience of making prints

Learn Japanese woodblock printing at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, book a workshop for your group, or buy the tools you need to start.

Learn the art and Craft of Woodblock Printmaking

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Take a class

A six-week mokuhanga class at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, plus upcoming events.

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Book a workshop

Hands-on printmaking sessions for small groups and teams.

Make

Shop supplies

Woodblock tools, paper, and books for watercolor woodblock printing.

Upcoming

Classes and events

Sunday, Oct 18 · 11am to 1pm · Free

Fall Outdoor Acoustic Concert at Ron's Beans

Coffee and a concert with Dave Johnson at the Ron’s Beans Tasting Room, 830 W. Centre. I’ll be doing woodblock printing demos.

Monday, Oct 19 · Free · Ages 16 and up

Comic Book and Manga Storytelling at Comstock Township Library

An introduction to comic and manga storytelling in the library craft room. Teens and adults are welcome.

Wednesdays · 6 weeks · Sold out

Mokuhanga: Watercolor Woodblock Printmaking at the KIA

This session is full. Join the waitlist and you hear first about the next class.

Meet Your Guide

Charles Woodruff Coates

Is a professional artist, StrengthsCoach, and founder of Block Paper Print. His in-person courses simplify every step of relief printmaking so people can love the experience of hand-making prints. In 2020 he moved with his family from San Jose, CA to Kalamazoo, Mi. Charles is currently faculty at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts in the Printmaking department

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Class dates and new prints by email. First name and email only.


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