Printmaking: Beginning Exploratory Tour de Print

Introductory course to explore different methods of printmaking and learn their techniques

This introductory printmaking course provides students the opportunity to explore different methods of printmaking. Each technique will be taught with examples, demonstrations, and creation of “minis.” By creating minis, students will have the opportunity to try each technique in a low-stakes practice. Half way through the class, students will be encouraged to begin a long-term / larger scale project of their choice. This class is best for students who have some basic drawing skills and are interested in exploring some new methods of making. 

Wk 1: Introduce Class/Supplies, School Tour, Monotype WC

Wk 2: Monotype Reductive/Additive

Wk 3: Relief - Stamps/Legos

Wk 4: Catch Up Day / Introduce Engraving

Wk 5: Engraving - Drypoint on Sintra TetraPak

Wk 6: Long Term Project Discussion

Wk 7: Screen - Drawing Fluid

Wk 8: Catch Up Day / Independent Work

Wk 9: Independent Work

Wk 10: Independent Work

Wk 11: Independent Work

Wk 12: Finish Up Final Projects

Skills:

Creating Value through Texture

Understanding of Positive and Negative Space

Learning Ink Consistencies and Applications

Skills as Printmaking Techniques.

Supplies Required:

Paper: Strathmore Printmaking Paper 400 Series (Brown)  8x10

https://www.dickblick.com/items/strathmore-400-series-printmaking-paper-8-x-10-20-sheets/

Disposable Gloves

Baby Wipes OR Blue Towels

Sketching Supplies

X-Acto Knife

*Additional Supplies may be required for Independent Projects.

Supplies Provided: $40 Materials Fee

Aprons

Plates/Substrates

Inks

Specialty Tools

Additional Paper Types

THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES THE WEEK OF THANKSGIVING!!!!

LOCATION:

Visual Art Institute 2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, Utah

Please park on the NORTH side of the building and enter up the ramp to the front office. It is the really colorful side of the building.

INSTRUCTOR:
This class is taught by Carlissa Shaw. Learn more about our instructors at https://www.visualartinstitute.org/art-faculty

DROP-INS:

This class is NOT open for drop-in students. Projects take multiple weeks to complete making drop-in classes very difficult.

REFUND POLICY:

We are only able to offer refunds up to 2 weeks before the start of class. We do not offer refunds or credits or make-up classes to students who miss class.

TRANSFER POLICY:

We may be able to transfer you to a different class depending on space availability.

CLASS CANCELLATION:

We find that students learn better in larger groups. If we feel the number of registrations is too low to promote a good learning environment, we may cancel the class. In the event we cancel a class, we will reach out to you as soon as possible.

TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

We try to make our classes as accessible to everyone as possible. We are able to offer a limited number of tuition assistance scholarships each term. You can complete an application on our website or call our office for assistance applying. Applications are available in Spanish and English.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT:

When you register for more than one class, you can receive a discount up to 10% per class! You must call and register through the front office for this discount.

ADA ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS:

Our classrooms are ADA accessible. Some courses may involve tasks or activities that may be difficult for individuals with limited strength, difficulty bending over, and sitting or standing for long periods of time. We are happy to work with students to find solutions to make their experience positive and doable. For example, wheel throwing takes arm strength and bending over the wheel. Students may work on hand-building projects instead of throwing. Please reach out to our office to discuss your needs.

DIFFICULTY REGISTERING?

Please call our main office for assistance! 801.474.3796 or email us at [email protected]