Connecting The Lines
Panel Discussion & Demonstration – Lines in Time: White Line Woodcut
Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM –630 PM
Location: The Commons, Provincetown, MA
In celebration of the Lines in Time exhibition, The Commons invites visitors to an engaging panel discussion featuring the participating artists, followed by a live demonstration of the Provincetown white-line woodcut technique. This event offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from artists about their creative processes, inspirations, and the enduring legacy of this distinctive printmaking method. Attendees will gain insight into the history of the Provincetown Print, the evolution of the technique over the last century, and its continued relevance in contemporary art.
The session will also feature a hands-on demonstration, allowing visitors to observe the step-by-step process of carving, painting, and printing a white-line woodcut. Participants will leave with a deeper appreciation for the meticulous craftsmanship, artistic innovation, and personal expression inherent in this Provincetown-born art form.
Time | Activity Details
5 PM
Welcome & IntroductionOpening remarks by exhibition curator; overview of the Provincetown Print and exhibition highlights.
5:15 PM
Panel DiscussionParticipating artists share their experiences, influences, and techniques. Topics include:
- Historical roots and lineage of the white-line woodcut.
- Balancing tradition with contemporary innovation.
- The role of Provincetown landscapes, architecture, and everyday life in their work.
- Q&A session with audience participation.5:45 PMLive DemonstrationArtists demonstrate the white-line woodcut process, covering:
- Selecting and carving a single block.
- Applying hand-painted colors while preserving “white lines.”
- Printing the final image.
Audience encouraged to observe, ask questions, and understand the tactile process behind each print.
6 PM
Artist ReflectionsArtists discuss insights from the demonstration, challenges, and creative approaches.
Opportunities for informal one-on-one conversation with visitors.
6:25 PM
Closing RemarksThank you from The Commons; information about ongoing exhibition viewing and additional resources.
Participating Artists:
Bill Evaul
Sherry Sherwood
Lorraine Kujawa
Darrell Smith
Julie Gray
Additional Notes:
Visitors may explore the exhibition before or after the panel discussion.
For more information: create@commonsptown.org