3 Saturdays 3/5, 3/12. 3/19 1pm-4:30pm $158 non-associates / $134 associates (+$75.00 for materials) Copper plate etching is a process where a polished piece of copper is processed with either engraving or an acid bath with the intention of creating grooves and lines to hold ink. Ink is applied to the whole plate, then carefully […]
Thursday 6pm - 9pm Saturday 12pm - 4pm Sunday 12pm - 4pm Intro to Plate Litho | Julianne Hunter $165 non-associates / $140.25 associates ($35 for materials) In this three-session tutorial, learn to prepare, create and print your images from photo-sensitive lithography plates. Explore traditional techniques like drawing with litho pencils and crayons, scraping away […]
In this five-week introductory course, students will explore ma king woodcut prints using color inks. We will go over tools, equipment, registration techniques and see some examples before beginning your own artwork. Then students will create several multi-layer prints in reductive woodcut and participate in a print exchange with their classmates. No prior experience needed.
This workshop is a fun family printmaking class. We will be painting stenciled mylar plates with water-based inks to create subtle and intricate monotype prints. The process allows you to paint quickly onto the mylar plates, then transfer the ink to dampened paper using an etching press. You will learn about ghost images, which can achieve wonderful effects with immediate results. This technique is completely non-toxic.
In this course we will cover the basic methods and techniques of intaglio, including etching and drypoint, as well as explore some "experimental" mark making approaches.
Saturday, October 8, NOON-4pm
$60 non-associates / $51 associates ($$35 for materials)
Silk screen printing is a fun, nontoxic printing process that involves both photo and handmade stencils. This workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of silkscreen printing using digital+handmade stencils, photosensitive emulsion, and a UV Light exposure unit. Silk screen printing is a great way to make multiples and has a long standing history with visual culture. The process is linked to activism and message dissemination as exemplified by artists like Sister Corita Kent and Glenn Ligon. Other artists who use this process include Mickalene Thomas, Jeffrey Dell, Pat Steir, Shephard Fairey, Seripop, Roy Lichtenstein, and Andy Warhol, among many others. To participate, please bring photo copies of photographs and/or hand drawings made from pencil or ink and I will show you how to prepare them for the screen. Paper, Ink, and prepared screens will be provided.
Mondays 6-9pm, October 10, 17,24 & 31
$180 non-associates / $153 associates ($$35 for materials)
Learn the art and craft of hand-binding in this introductory class. We'll discuss the fascinating evolution of the physical book, study the properties of paper and materials used in bookmaking, and practice crafting a series of useful and beautiful book structures. The structures will include: the Pamphlet Stitch, Accordion Fold, Long-and-Link, and Coptic Binding. All levels of experience are welcome.
Use our collection of wood type, dingbats and line-block illustrations to make two color holiday cards. Each participant will go home with 10 cards.
Sunday December 18 2022 10 AM - 3 PM In this workshop you will learn about the Japanese art of marbling called Suminagashi, and how it differs from traditional western techniques. You will learn how to make different patterns and you will explore the numerous color combinations. We will discuss what else you could do […]
Learn the art and craft of hand-binding in this introductory class. We'll discuss the fascinating evolution of the physical book, study the properties of paper and materials used in bookmaking, and practice crafting a series of useful and beautiful book structures. The structures will include: the Pamphlet Stitch, Accordion Fold. All levels of experience are welcome.
Learn a new way of making prints by using materials that would normally be thrown away, like foam trays and silver lined cartons. Instead of using a traditional method, draw onto foam or scribe silver cartons to create interesting prints.
It's a fun, hands-on class that teaches new skills and helps people think about ways to reuse things. The result is beautiful prints made from recycled materials that are good for the environment.
Learn the basic techniques of making color reduction relief prints using MDF (medium density fiberboard)! We will focus on registration, mixing inks, and editioning a final print. No prior experience necessary. Students will go home with a print and the knowledge of how to do it again.