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SCREEN PRINTING (C)
Dan Kudreyko
Learn silkscreen-printing and its multitude of applications.  Students will focus on the screen and registration processes using a variety of printing techniques such as screen and mesh preparation, stencil and direct drawing methods, image selection and preparation, cutting and adhering film, the photo emulsion process, multi-color printing, and the use of proper inks and solvents.  Learn the process of printing a series of decals, T-shirts, cards, posters and artist proof production.  Use your originality to become a successful printer and understand serigraphy.

Monday, 6 - 9pm   This class starts on May 5.
or Friday, 1- 4pm
7 week fee $210 + lab fee $25
14 week fee $350 + lab fee $50

All of Loretta Kramer's classes start on May 8.

RELIEF PRINTMAKING I  (C)
Loretta Kramer     
Learn basic relief printmaking skills as you carve your creative images into linoleum and wood blocks. Then learn how to ink and press your blocks in editions of 5 to 10. Designed to be an entry-level class, relief printmaking is a great opportunity to begin or continue one’s artistic development.

Thursday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
or Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
7 week fee: $210 + lab fee: $25
14 week fee: $350 + lab fee: $50

RELIEF PRINTMAKING II  (C)
Loretta Kramer
This is a continuation of the skills learned in Relief Printmaking I with additional applications. Working in reduction woodcuts, students will produce multi-colored prints in editions of 5-10. Projects will include a three-color print and a five-color print. In the process of completing the course students will be advised on principles of design including color, composition and more. On the last day, students will be given a chance to speak to the class about their work and the challenge of adding the design element of color.

Prerequisite: Relief Printmaking I

Thursday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
or Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
7 week fee: $210 + lab fee: $25
14 week fee: $350 + lab fee: $50

MONOPRINT (C)

Loretta Kramer
A monoprint is one of a kind rather than an edition of prints. Create beautiful colorful prints using painterly techniques and tools on plexiglass or on plates you construct. Build a collagraph plate and make prints of many different styles with it. Learn to use the printing press and about papers, inks and tools. Paper and some tools will be available in class. Inks, plexiglass & plate materials are provided. No previous experience needed.  

Thursday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
or Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm

7 week fee: $210 + lab fee: $25

14 week fee: $350 + lab fee: $50

INTAGLIO PRINTMAKING I  (C)
Loretta Kramer
Learn to make and print your own Copper Plate Etchings. Different methods will be covered, line etching, aquatint, dry point, and multiple color printing. Beginning and experienced printmakers will produce a collection of beautiful etchings including a small edition. Most materials are provided. Additional paper will be available for purchase in class. Low toxicity procedures used for good health. Bring an apron and your ideas. Explore this wonderful medium used by Rembrandt and Degas.

Thursday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
or Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
7 week fee $210 + lab fee $25
14 week fee $350 + lab fee $50

INTAGLIO PRINTMAKING II  (C)
Loretta Kramer
Continued study into techniques of etching and intaglio processes. Students will learn more about aquatint and tools to create texture and depth to the etched image. Learn to register more than one plate in order to print color etchings. Different textures and line qualities will be used to enhance the finished image for an edition and framing.

Prerequisite: Intaglio Printmaking I

Thursday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
or Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
7 week fee $210 + lab fee $25
14 week fee $350 + lab fee $50

STONE LITHOGRAPHY I  (C)
Loretta Kramer
Draw on a stone, then learn the process of making many prints from one drawing. A wonderful medium for those who like to draw, as well as those who like to paint. Painterly effects can also be achieved so that a diverse image is created. You will produce an edition of the completed image. For the beginning and experienced printmaker. Lithography allows those who love to draw to make beautiful renderings on a level you never thought possible. Stones and the lithograph press are waiting for you. Drawing tools & paper will be provided.

Thursday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
or Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
7 week fee: $210 + lab fee: $45
14 week fee: $350 + lab fee: $90

STONE LITHOGRAPHY II  (C)
Loretta Kramer
Continue your exploration of challenging Lithography techniques. Students will explore variations of washes to produce richly textured and painterly images. With the addition of monotype in combination with the black and white image, you will gain a better sense of this unique printing process. More than one color can be introduced using aluminum plates for printing.

Thursday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
or Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
7 week fee: $210 + lab fee: $45
14 week fee: $350 + lab fee: $90

 


 

                              

                             

 
 

 

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