K. Schwartz
Block Print Sales

Activities

• Set up an area no smaller than 18' x 18'.
• Determine the size of group, depending on available space and student needs.
• With the group, arrange workspace to suit needs. You will need a place for:

designing blocks; storing blocks; inking blocks; drying prints; storing prints; tool storage; and, if possible, a place for individual students storage.

• Design and cut the blocks. Use community people and activities for ideas. All designs should reflect the culture of the area. Follow instruction on tools for cutting blocks to achieve a variety of textures.
• Print blocks. Roil ink onto blocks, press paper onto inked block, and hang print to dry.
• Market prints through mail order correspondence or through prearranged trips for sales.
• Keep record books of designs, finances, and public relations.

Resources

• Native associations local and statewide may be able to take orders from summer tourists, provide a place to display work, and provide transportation in cities while traveling with students
• The State Library, for "how to" films on block printing
• Canadian Native Prints, LTD, for a catalog of ideas on how to set up your own print business

Variations

• Block prints can be signed and numbered for professional recognition.
• Oilbased inks can be used if enough time is set aside for cleanup. 
• Other printing techniques can be explored, depending on available supplies and interest. Whale bones and driftwood can be used successfully for block prints. 
• Depending on community interest, other products could be marketed also: baskets, carvings, skin sewings, jewelry, etc.

Artist in Residence Program

Community Mural Project

Elder Posters and Interviews

Literature from Life History and Village Lore

Bilingual Exercise

Illustrated History of Eskimo Games

Freeze-Up Essays

Literacy Bank

Elementary Reader

Grant and Proposal Writing

Student A/V Presentation

"Focus on Your Village," a short videotaped news program

Developmental Photography

Film and Video Scripting

Animation

Producing a Play

Ceramics-Chess Class

Block Print Sales

Weavers Guild