Linocut

A linocut is a printmaking technique in which an image is carved into the surface of a sheet of linoleum, typically mounted on a wooden block. The raised (uncarved) areas represent the parts of the image that will be printed, while the carved-away sections remain blank.

Ink is applied to the surface with a roller, and then paper is pressed onto the block to transfer the image. Known for its bold lines and high contrast, linocut is valued for both its expressive potential and its accessibility, making it a popular method among artists since the early 20th century.