<span>Proportion: certain items appear smaller than others to add depth; all objects maintain proportionality among themselves.
Composition: vibrant colors appear to jump forward, while lighter hues recede in the background; nearly all objects are positioned vertically (or close to it), guiding the viewer’s gaze upwards and downwards across the artwork; balance in shape and color is evident.
Responses may differ regarding the artist's message but should be reasoned. For instance, the artwork might reflect the artist's personal experiences, societal happenings, or convey universal truths to the audience.</span>
A linocut is categorized as a relief print. In relief printing, ink from the top surface of the plate is used to stamp paper.
Woodcuts and engravings are also forms of relief prints. Essentially, the process of making a linocut parallels that of woodcut, but it uses linoleum instead of wood; this softer material allows for easier carving.
While carving into linoleum, the parts that will remain white are cut away, leaving behind the sections that will print black (or in color if applicable). Picasso popularized linocuts, but historically they were mainly seen as a student's practice technique for woodcuts.
