Printmaking: Beginning & Intermediate 1 of 1 Methods of Monotype

This Printmaking course explores different ways of creating monotype images, a painterly approach to making prints!

*This class can be taken as a beginner or after taking the introductory “Tour de Print” class.*

This Printmaking course focuses on the methods of Monotype, creating images on a smooth surface through different techniques yielding a singular print!  Monotype is a great way to start printmaking, as it can be a painterly approach to creating print images. 

Students will gain skills in creating value, utilizing texture, and understanding color theory. We will work with different mediums including watercolor, printmaking inks, and acrylic paints. Our class will work through different projects, but prioritize student exploration! Our printmaking skills will include mixing and inking, application of ink, registration and printing. 

Wk 1: Introduce Class, Supplies, School Tour / Color Wheel

Wk 2: Watercolor + Water Soluble Pencils and Crayons

Wk 3: Reductive / Subtractive

Wk 4: Catch Up Day

Wk 5: Drawing Transfer

Wk 6: Nature’s Stamps

Wk 7: Pochoir

Wk 8: Additive Painting

Wk 9: Catch Up Day

Wk 10: Gelli Printing

Wk 11: Chine Colle

Wk 12: Finish Up!

Skills:

Mark Making to create Value

Color Theory: Mixing/Layering

Positive and Negative Shapes

Learning Ink Consistencies and Applications

Skills as Printmaking Techniques.

Supplies Required:

Paper: (5) Stonehenge Sheets 22x30 (Color optional, I like White)

https://www.dickblick.com/products/legion-stonehenge-paper/

Disposable Gloves

Baby Wipes OR Blue Towels

Sketching Supplies

Supplies Optional: These supplies will be provided during class, if you would like your own or higher quality, these are optional supplies.

Watercolor Paints

Stabilo Aquarellable Marking Pencil (Black)

Water Soluble Crayons, Pencils

Watercolor Brushes

Brushes (For Oil Based Inks and/or Acrylic Paints)

Pencils, Sharpies

X-Acto Knife

Acetate for Stencils

Decorative Paper

Wheat Paste

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]