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Home » Workshops & Classes » Printmaking

Printmaking

  • Arranging the plate on press to pull a monoprint
  • Inking the screen to pull a screenprint
  • Printmaking brayers and inks
  • Faculty and student discussing a print in progress

Arranging the plate on press to pull a monoprintInking the screen to pull a screenprintPrintmaking brayers and inksFaculty and student discussing a print in progress

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Open Studio Printmaking

In person

Liz Pagano

Monitored sessions for printmakers who have the skills to work independently and safely in the print studio. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $15 for basic materials provided by CAW. COVID-19 Information CAW requires proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Spring 2023

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 4/17–5/22

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Water-based Printmaking

In person

Flo Hatcher

Explore innovative print processes using safe water-soluble inks. Develop personal imagery utilizing woodcut, linocut, etching, drypoint, monotype, trace-monotype, monoprint, collagraph, embossment, Chine-collé, and other print techniques. Experiment with various plate supports, mark-making tools, and approaches to image-making. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $15. COVID-19 Information CAW requires proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again. Also, if your class/workshop/demonstration is online, you do not need to submit a vaccination card. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are

Term: Spring 2023

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/6–6/10

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Japanese Woodcut/Mokuhanga

In person

Margot Rocklen

Discover this centuries old printmaking process with a fascinating history. The method employs natural materials and non-toxic pigments and offers the potential to make innovative and beautiful prints. Students will experience multiple aspects of the printing method, from designing and cutting the wood blocks and kento registration guides, to preparing the paper, inks, and paste for printing. Topics will include how to use the specialized wood cutting tools, create color for blocks, and use hand pressure to transfer the image from block to paper. The traditional technique of creating smooth tonal and color gradations will also be explored. Students will create a small edition of prints, and also experiment with block arrangements, pigment colors, and textured and colored Asian papers. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $15 for basic materials provided by CAW. See materials section below for items students should bring to classes. COVID-19 Information CAW requires

Term: Spring 2023

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/11–6/15

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Silkscreen Sugar Lift Etching

In person

Allan Greenier

This innovative workshop will combine silkscreen and etching processes. You'll learn to etch on copper to create line drawings combining photo-silkscreen emulsion and the sugar lift technique of classic etching. The instructor will prepare plates for everyone and have them ready at the time of the workshop. The entire process will be demonstrated during class time, and everyone will ink and print their plates while the demo piece is being etched. You'll leave this session with a wonderful etched copper plate and print. Interested participants should submit a line drawing to the instructor digitally two weeks prior to the class, which will be etched onto a 4” x 5” copper plate. No solid black areas, just line work, please. Submit your selections to greenier.allan@gmail.com The tuition for this class includes a fee of $15 for basic materials provided by CAW. Additional materials provided by instructor at a rate of $20 per student payable to the instructor on the day of the

Term: Spring 2023

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/21

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Printmaking Intensive

In person

Maura Galante

Immerse yourself in hours of focused printmaking.  CAW's studio is equipped for multiple techniques, such as monotype, intaglio, and relief. An overview, demonstrations, and instruction will be provided for beginners, focusing primarily on monotype  printmaking. Returning and experienced participants may bring works in progress, or use the time to experiment and continue exploration of their primary area of interest. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $15 for basic materials provided by CAW. COVID-19 Information CAW requires proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25

Term: Spring 2023

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/24–6/7

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