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T-SHIRT SILKSCREEN A - SUNDAY MAY 4th, 1-5pm - $35
Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images
on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover
the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for
fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using
the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class,
students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Students may
take either class A or B, they are not required to take both.

BOOKMAKING - THURSDAYS MAY 8th, 15th, and 29th, 5-9pm - $85
This workshop provides a basic introduction to bookmaking and traditional book structures. Participants will learn different binding techniques, sewn signatures, hardcover embossment, and more. Participants will learn how to make a professional artist’s book, incorporate their own imagery and text, or simply complete a beautifully bound blank book for sketching or gifting. Participants should be able to attend all three sessions.

INTRO TO INTAGLIO - SATURDAYS MAY 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st, 1-5pm - $110
In the Introduction to Intaglio class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will create non-toxic etching projects on copper plates to help develop a clear understanding of traditional intaglio methods. Stage biting and resistance techniques will be discussed to provide an insight to good working habits.
We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. Student’s particular interests will determine the direction of the demonstrations, and there should be time for each participant to complete at least two individual projects. This clas will run over four meetings, participants must attend all four meetings to be signed off to print in the shop.

INTRO TO SILKSCREEN A - SUNDAY MAY 11th, 1-5pm
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to
silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion
process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process,
registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a
small supply list when they sign up for the course.
Students need not take ALL 3 silkscreen courses to be signed off to use
the shop, one course (A, B, or C).

LETTERPRESS - MONDAYS MAY 12th, 19th and MONDAY JUNE 2nd, 5-9pm - $85
This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress.
Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller
height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and
then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination
with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed
embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE letterpress classes in
order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. The
total cost of taking all 3 classes is $85.

INTRO TO SILKSCREEN B - TUESDAY MAY 13th, 5-9pm - $35
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to
silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion
process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process,
registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a
small supply list when they sign up for the course.
Students need not take ALL 3 silkscreen courses to be signed off to use
the shop, one course (A, B, or C).

INTRO TO SILKSCREEN C - TUESDAY MAY 20th, 5-9pm - $35
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to
silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion
process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process,
registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a
small supply list when they sign up for the course.
Students need not take ALL 3 silkscreen courses to be signed off to use
the shop, one course (A, B, or C).

T-SHIRT SILKSCREEN B - THURSDAY MAY 22nd, 5-9pm - $35
Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images
on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover
the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for
fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using
the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class,
students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Students may
take either class A or B, they are not required to take both.

INTRO TO PAINTERLY MONOPRINTS - SUNDAY MAY 25th, 1-5pm - $35
This course will cover a number of different types of water based monoprinting techniques, such as trace monotype, additive/reductive monotype, watercolor transfer, Xerox transfer and multi-plate registration. This combination of mediums will intrigue both the printmaker who’s looking to loosen up, and the painter who’s looking to broaden their horizons.