Photo : (c) Musée Bourdelle / Paris Musées
Woodcut Initiation Day
Trade the digital noise for the rhythmic carving of a chisel in an art-filled setting dedicated to classic sculpture. This workshop invites you to observe masterpieces, sketch them in detail, and transform those studies into your own authentic block print using traditional techniques.
Musée Bourdelle (Paris 15th)
About
Experience a day of artistic discovery at the Musée Bourdelle in the 15th arrondissement, focusing on the traditional craft of woodblock printing. Guided by a visual artist, you will explore Bourdelle's masterpieces to create preparatory sketches before heading to the studio to carve wood and print your own work on Japanese paper. This full-day workshop, available for participants aged 15 and over, offers a deep dive into sculpture and printmaking. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users and visitors with cognitive disabilities, ensuring a comfortable environment for all attendees during the sessions held on November 4th and December 9th, 2026.
Woodcut initiation day
In the morning, accompanied by a visual artist, discover a selection of Antoine Bourdelle's works in the museum from which you will create preparatory sketches. In the afternoon, learn about soft woodcut printing and print your own engraving on Japanese paper using a press.
Duration: 6h00 (with a break for lunch)
From 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM and from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Audience: adults, from 15 years old
Our take on this event
Join this exclusive woodblock printing workshop held on Wednesdays, November 4th and December 9th, 2026. The program runs from 10:30 to 17:30, with a dedicated break for lunch. You will spend the morning touring the museum to study the works of Antoine Bourdelle, using these insights to develop original sketches under the guidance of a professional artist.
The afternoon session focuses on the technical aspects of the craft. Participants will learn how to carve into soft wood and finish their prints on Japanese paper using a professional press. This 6-hour experience is open to adults and teenagers from 15 years old.
Tickets are priced at 30 € for the full rate and 24 € for the reduced rate. The workshop takes place at the Musée Bourdelle, which provides full accessibility for wheelchair users and is equipped to accommodate guests with cognitive disabilities.
