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Screenprinting and Beyond (In-Person)
with Tony Rosati
Fridays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.*
The versatile nature of screenprinting lends itself to printing on paper, fabric and other surfaces. For the beginner, this course will cover all aspects of the process including screen preparation, image development, and printing techniques. Printmakers with experience may propose independent projects. Note: Tuition includes $20 lab fee.
Learning Objectives:
- Students will gain a basic understanding of the screenprinting process.
- Students will acquire technical experience with screens, squeegees, ink, tools, and equipment.
- Students will learn basic screenprinting techniques including image development, coating and processing screens, mixing ink, and printing.
- Students will acquire technical expertise by way of printing various stencils from fine detail images to flat broad areas.
- Students will learn printmaking professionalism including printing editions on clean registered printmaking paper, signing and numbering editions appropriately.
- Students will learn the importance of image development through individual reviews and by exploring various possibilities with the process.
- Students will develop critical visual and verbal skills by way of individual discussions with the instructor and with their peers.
* Note: No class on July 21.
Optional: This course is available for 1.0 undergraduate credit for $615 (including lab fee). Select credit option when registering.
Image: Nancy B. Campbell, Okura, ca. 2000, Screenprint, ed. 8/9, 14 x 11 1/8 in. Courtesy of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Gift of Ofelia Garcia, 2017.56.3
Register by: May 19
Lithography (In-Person)
with Ron Wyffels
Wednesdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
Lithography is a versatile printmaking process that allows for a complete range of drawing effects: contour line, hatching/cross-hatching, painterly wash applications, expressive mark-making, and reductive techniques. Learn all aspects of the lithographic process through step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on practice: preparing a traditional stone or lightweight aluminum plate; creating your own drawing from observation, imagination or photographic transfer using a range of drawing materials; selecting paper; printing in black-and-white and color; and editioning your prints. Note: Tuition includes a $20 lab fee.
Learning Objectives
- Students will gain a basic understanding of the lithography printing process.
- Students will acquire technical experience in preparing stones, plates, & ink.
- Students will learn basic stone & plate drawing, etching and processing techniques.
- Students will acquire technical expertise by way of proofing and printing their stones & plates, including learned skills in roller use & litho press operation.
- Students will learn printmaking professionalism including printing editions on clean registered printmaking paper, signing and numbering editions appropriately.
- Students will learn the importance of image development through individual reviews and by exploring various possibilities with the process.
- Students will develop critical visual and verbal skills by way of individual discussions with the instructor and with their peers.
- Students will advance their individual art concepts and expand their artistic territory through new techniques & material uses.
Optional: This course is available for 1.0 undergraduate credit for $615 (including lab fee). Select credit option when registering.
Image: Ron Wyffels.
Register by: June 2
Monoprint/Etching (In-Person)
with Tony Rosati
Mondays, 1 - 4 p.m.
This course presents basic intaglio and monotype printing techniques including monoprint, drypoint, etching, aquatint, collograph and polymer plate methods. Image embellishments will include embossing, chine collé, collage, paper plates and mixed media techniques. All levels welcome; experienced students may continue independent work. Tuition includes a $20 lab fee.
Image: Tony Rosati, monoprint.
Register by: June 23
Woodcut and Relief Printmaking (In-Person)
with Ron Wyffels
Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Printing from a drawing carved into wood or a linoleum block is the oldest and most straightforward form of printmaking. The direct nature of this process makes it an ideal introduction to printmaking for beginners, while artists of all levels enjoy its potential for intricate detail and graphic impact. This six-week course is the perfect condensed exploration into this striking technique. All aspects of the process will be covered, including drawing on the block, carving your design and printing black-and white and color prints. All levels welcome. Tuition includes a $20 lab fee.
Learning Objectives
- Students will gain a basic understanding of the relief printing process.
- Students will acquire technical experience in preparing woodblocks & linoleum blocks to receive their drawn images.
- Students will learn safe and smart cutting techniques for making their printing blocks.
- Students will acquire technical expertise by proofing and printing their black & white and color relief prints, including skills in ink brayer use & press operation.
- Students will learn printmaking professionalism including printing editions on clean registered printmaking paper and signing and numbering editions appropriately.
- Students will learn the importance of image development by exploring various possibilities with the process.
- Students will develop critical visual and verbal skills through individual discussions with the instructor and with their peers.
Image: Ron Wyffels, woodcut.
Register by: June 23