Intaglio: An Atmospheric Approach

This rigorous, engaging, printmaking workshop combines monoprint and woodcut processes with a digital component. We incorporate laser-cut stencils and wood blocks together with painterly and carved marks to create images. We begin with observational studies from the natural world and explore multiple plate monotype methods. Woodcut techniques including laser-cut blocks are then added to layer transparent and opaque color. We make both editioned and unique prints, alternating between structure and improvisation. This back-and-forth serves as the format for the course as we combine multiple matrices in many ways.

In this workshop, advanced printmakers explore photographic and hand-drawn imagery with film positives on pre-sensitized photo plates as well as direct mark making on ball-grained aluminum plates. Prior background in lithography or extensive work in other printmaking media is the foundation for exploration of image preparation, plate processing, and printing techniques to develop an understanding of efficient methods for production of consistent lithographic editions. *This workshop does not require that students be proficient in lithography, but they must have significant experience in the field of printmaking.

In this exciting workshop designed specifically for teens, students learn to use the screen printing process to transform original imagery into unique works of art. We design and print our own t-shirts, posters, and original works on paper using a variety of screen printing techniques, including multiple-color registration and split fountain printing. Students become young screen printing experts and learn how to make screen prints at home, as well as create a series of prints for a developing portfolio.