In this experimental and exploratory workshop you will learn how to use tetrapak cartons (milk cartons) to make intaglio prints. With the tetrapak plates, we can make drypoint prints, a process where you use a tool to make lines and texture in the plate- anywhere you make a mark will print a line. People with an interest in drawing, painting, and experimentation will do well here! This is a great place to start for beginners- advanced students can make more complicated or multi-plate prints.
We will start with a quick introduction to the print studio and a demonstration of the drypoint technique. The bulk of the class will be work time with individual attention. You can expect to leave with at least one finished image, perhaps more depending on how fast you work. If you like your plate and want to print more, you can come to open studio to make more work!
Tetrapak cartons (milk or soup stock cartons)
drawing supplies and a sketchbook (we have paper you can sketch on if needed)
The studio will provide ink and paper. If you are an experienced printmaker and want to bring your own paper, you are welcome to.
