The linocut printmaking process consists of carving, inking, and printing.  The artist begins by transferring a design onto a linoleum block and uses V-shaped and U-shaped gouges to carve away the areas that should not print.  Carving follows the flow of the design lines, carefully removing background spaces and fine textures to ensure clarity and depth.  After carving, the surface is cleaned of debris and inspected for details.  Ink is then rolled evenly onto the raised surfaces of the block.  A sheet of paper is placed over the inked block and pressed either by hand or with a printing press, transferring the design onto the paper.  The result is a print rich in texture and handcrafted character.