Have you always wanted to try printmaking, but didn't know where to start? This series of classes are ideal for those who have limited experience and want a taste of the varied and intricate art of printmaking. You can sign up for one or all 4 of these intro classes.

There will be an instructor demo and hands-on assistance each week. Students will try introductory techniques for each of the following: relief, monotype, and intaglio (in the future, screenprinting will also be included). This will include carving, mixing and rolling ink, and making a successful print.

Night 1: Collagraph - learn how to make a simple collagraph (intaglio) plate by cutting away at the board. Ink is pushed into the grooves to reveal the design, and then printed on the press.

Other Classes in Series:Week 2: Relief; Week 3: Monotype; Week 4: Drypoint

These courses provides a great way to get a real sense of the art of printmaking, and to identify which direction to go next! Come have some fun in our new printmaking studio!

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

Will be available to register on Monday, September 23 at 8:00am.

Batik is an ancient technique using wax to make resist designs and patterns on fabric, then dyeing the fabric with beautiful procion dyes! The possibilities are endless! In this two-day class, you will learn a variety of ways to apply the wax and dyes, creating pieces that can be worn, used to make functional art, or mounted as wall hangings. We start by experimenting with the techniques and then create a finished product of your choice. 

For ages 15+

Have you always wanted to try printmaking, but didn't know where to start? This series of classes are ideal for those who have limited experience and want a taste of the varied and intricate art of printmaking. You can sign up for one or all 4 of these intro classes.

There will be an instructor demo and hands-on assistance each week. Students will try introductory techniques for each of the following: relief, monotype, and intaglio (in the future, screenprinting will also be included). This will include carving, mixing and rolling ink, and making a successful print.

Night 1: Collagraph - learn how to make a simple collagraph (intaglio) plate by cutting away at the board. Ink is pushed into the grooves to reveal the design, and then printed on the press.

Other Classes in Series:Week 2: Relief; Week 3: Monotype; Week 4: Drypoint

These courses provides a great way to get a real sense of the art of printmaking, and to identify which direction to go next! Come have some fun in our new printmaking studio!

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

Will be available to register on Monday, September 23 at 8:00am.

Shibori, the ancient art of folding, tying, wrapping, and clamping fabric to make resist patterns, is the inspiration for modern tie-dye. Once you apply the resist, your choices for adding colors are limited only by your imagination! In this two-day class, you will learn a variety of ways to make beautiful patterns in brilliant colors on natural fabrics. We will also explore stamping and stenciling, and color discharging. Create multi-layered pieces that can be mounted as wall hangings or used to make decorative or wearable art.  

For ages 15+