Free Block Printing Workshop Comes to 54 Mint in San Francisco

Market Street Arts presents a hands-on block printing event with supplies and instruction provided.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 5:28pm by Ben Kaplan

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A high-contrast silkscreen print composed of a repeated pattern of brightly colored block printing tools, including carved blocks, ink rollers, and paper, rendered in a bold, pop art style without any text or labels.A vibrant block printing workshop in San Francisco's Mid-Market neighborhood brings the community together through a hands-on creative experience.San Francisco Today

Market Street Arts is hosting a free block printing workshop at 54 Mint Cucina Romana in San Francisco's Mid-Market neighborhood. The event will provide all the materials and guidance needed for participants to create their own unique block prints using pre-carved designs and a variety of colored inks. Attendees are encouraged to enjoy food and drinks from the 54 Mint restaurant while they craft.

Why it matters

The Well-Crafted event series from Market Street Arts aims to bring the community together through free, accessible art activities in local businesses. By partnering with 54 Mint, the block printing workshop will help activate the Mid-Market area and support small businesses in the neighborhood.

The details

Participants will use pre-carved blocks to apply ink and transfer designs onto paper, allowing them to create one-of-a-kind prints. The event is being held in partnership with Workshop SF and artist Leah from Coffee & Cream Press, who will provide instruction and inspiration. Attendees are encouraged to purchase food and drinks from 54 Mint to help support the local venue.

  • The block printing workshop will take place on April 8, 2026.

The players

Market Street Arts

An initiative of the Mid-Market Business Association & Foundation that hosts free community art events in the Mid-Market neighborhood of San Francisco.

54 Mint Cucina Romana

A local Italian restaurant in San Francisco's Mid-Market area that is hosting the block printing workshop.

Workshop SF

A San Francisco-based organization partnering with Market Street Arts to provide materials and instruction for the block printing event.

Leah

An artist from Coffee & Cream Press who will be leading the block printing workshop and providing creative guidance to participants.

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The takeaway

This free block printing workshop is a great opportunity for San Francisco residents to explore a new creative medium, connect with their community, and support local businesses in the Mid-Market neighborhood.