Printmaking April 24, 2010

Printmaking is one of the oldest fine art forms, and has attracted artists throughout the centuries for its rich graphic qualities, the marriage of ink and paper unique to the medium, and the pleasure of its processes. This course is designed as an introduction to four traditional fine art printmaking forms: Monotype (unique single image prints), Etching/Intaglio (multiple prints made from etched metal plates or metal plates otherwise worked with tools), Relief (multiple prints made from cutting wood planks and linoleum and related materials), and Collograph (a hybrid form combining intaglio and relief methods). Students may opt to try all four forms, or concentrate on one or two if they wish. The class is also for more experienced artists who would like to continue their development of any or all of the four printmaking approaches. Students will work in a well-equipped printmaking studio/classroom which includes a large 3' by 6' etching press, and a small etching press. A materials list will be reviewed and distributed at the first class session.Etching/Intaglio, Relief, MonotypeBeginning/Intermediate/AdvancedInstructor: William HarshSaturdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 pm No class on May 1