Printmaking Classes for Adults
BEGINNING SILKSCREENING
- Tuesday, July 8–August 12, 7-9pm
- Design and print posters, t-shirts, make fine art prints and more! Students will be exposed to a variety of techniques for transferring and printing images using hand drawn, photographic or borrowed imagery. Learn how to apply photo emulsion, how to use a silkscreen exposure unit, and experience mixing and printing images with water-based inks. (Class Code: 821320-1)
Limit: 8
Materials list will be provided, some materials included. - This class is full.
- Instructor: Amy Wild
- Location: Print Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Cathy Abraham
cabraham@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Print Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription: Located at 250 Main Street in Memorial Auditorium, the Print Studio offers seasonal classes in printmaking and book arts ranging from introductory courses to master workshops, all taught by experienced artists. The spacious studio includes a 30 x 48” Takach etching press, a Vandercook SP15 proofing press, large work tables, ample storage space, inks, solvents, and a variety of materials available on site. Studio 250 is equipped for relief and intaglio printmaking (including etching), as well as letterpress and monotype, and offers extensive open studio hours at affordable rates for seasoned printmakers as well as beginning students.
STUDIO RATES
- $35/day
- $50/two-day or weekend
- $100/month
- $250/three months
- $900/one year rate
Includes unlimited access to open studio hours.
STUDIO BENEFITS
- On-site assistance by appointment
- Use of press, equipment, tools and solvents*
- Reduced fee use of Logan 750 mat cutter and heat press (please call the Community Darkroom for more info)
- Storage space to store work and supplies
- Opportunities to exhibit work
*Printmaking paper and disposable gloves are not included. You may purchase paper through the studio. Hours of Operation: Current Open Studio Hours MON: closed TUE: 5:30–9:30pm WED: 5:00–9:00pm THU: closed FRI: 5:00–9:00pm SAT: 10am–1pm 3–7pm SUN: 10am–1pm 3–7pm Studio hours change monthly based on class schedules. Call Cathy at 802.860.7474 for more information.
WHAT IS PRINTMAKING?
- Wednesday, July 9–August 20, 6-9pm
- In this seven-week class, students will be introduced to a whole variety of printmaking techniques, including demonstrations of intaglio, monoprinting, relief, paper litho, and stenciling. Students will be encouraged to experiment and combine techniques. Problem solving and creative interaction will be encouraged through short class discussions. Beginners to advanced printmakers are welcome!(Class Code: 821321-1)
Limit: 10
Materials list will be provided, some materials included. - $200, $180 BCA Members
- register online
- Instructor: Katie Loesel
- Location: Print Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Cathy Abraham
cabraham@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Print Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription: Located at 250 Main Street in Memorial Auditorium, the Print Studio offers seasonal classes in printmaking and book arts ranging from introductory courses to master workshops, all taught by experienced artists. The spacious studio includes a 30 x 48” Takach etching press, a Vandercook SP15 proofing press, large work tables, ample storage space, inks, solvents, and a variety of materials available on site. Studio 250 is equipped for relief and intaglio printmaking (including etching), as well as letterpress and monotype, and offers extensive open studio hours at affordable rates for seasoned printmakers as well as beginning students.
STUDIO RATES
- $35/day
- $50/two-day or weekend
- $100/month
- $250/three months
- $900/one year rate
Includes unlimited access to open studio hours.
STUDIO BENEFITS
- On-site assistance by appointment
- Use of press, equipment, tools and solvents*
- Reduced fee use of Logan 750 mat cutter and heat press (please call the Community Darkroom for more info)
- Storage space to store work and supplies
- Opportunities to exhibit work
*Printmaking paper and disposable gloves are not included. You may purchase paper through the studio. Hours of Operation: Current Open Studio Hours MON: closed TUE: 5:30–9:30pm WED: 5:00–9:00pm THU: closed FRI: 5:00–9:00pm SAT: 10am–1pm 3–7pm SUN: 10am–1pm 3–7pm Studio hours change monthly based on class schedules. Call Cathy at 802.860.7474 for more information.
NEW! ADVANCED SILKSCREENING
- Mondays July 14-August 11, 5-7:30pm
- In this five-week class, students will learn how to use complex color combinations to make multi-layered fine art prints. This class will move beyond the basics and into the realm of silk-screen as a fine art medium. Students are required to have some working knowledge of the screen-printing process. (Class Code: 821317-1)
Limit: 8 - $175, $157.50 BCA Members
- register online
- Instructor: Rob Booz
- Location: Print Studio
250 Main Street
Memorial Auditorium, Street Level
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-860-7474
Contact: Cathy Abraham
cabraham@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Burlington City Arts Print Studio is located in downtown Burlington on the street level of Memorial Auditorium.
see mapDescription: Located at 250 Main Street in Memorial Auditorium, the Print Studio offers seasonal classes in printmaking and book arts ranging from introductory courses to master workshops, all taught by experienced artists. The spacious studio includes a 30 x 48” Takach etching press, a Vandercook SP15 proofing press, large work tables, ample storage space, inks, solvents, and a variety of materials available on site. Studio 250 is equipped for relief and intaglio printmaking (including etching), as well as letterpress and monotype, and offers extensive open studio hours at affordable rates for seasoned printmakers as well as beginning students.
STUDIO RATES
- $35/day
- $50/two-day or weekend
- $100/month
- $250/three months
- $900/one year rate
Includes unlimited access to open studio hours.
STUDIO BENEFITS
- On-site assistance by appointment
- Use of press, equipment, tools and solvents*
- Reduced fee use of Logan 750 mat cutter and heat press (please call the Community Darkroom for more info)
- Storage space to store work and supplies
- Opportunities to exhibit work
*Printmaking paper and disposable gloves are not included. You may purchase paper through the studio. Hours of Operation: Current Open Studio Hours MON: closed TUE: 5:30–9:30pm WED: 5:00–9:00pm THU: closed FRI: 5:00–9:00pm SAT: 10am–1pm 3–7pm SUN: 10am–1pm 3–7pm Studio hours change monthly based on class schedules. Call Cathy at 802.860.7474 for more information.
Book Arts Guild
- Wednesday, June 4, July 2, August 6, 6:30-8:30pm
- The Book Arts Guild, organized in January 2005, seeks to encourage and educate its members and the public through workshops, exhibits, fieldtrips and guest speakers. Membership is open to anyone with enthusiasm for the book arts. To sign up for the Book Arts Guild MailBAG contact Nancy Stone at nstonevt@aol.com.
- $5 suggested donation
- Instructor: Nancy Stone
- Location: Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts
135 Church Street, next to City Hall
Church Street Marketplace
Burlington, VT, 05401
Phone: 802-865-7166
Contact: Melinda Johns
mjohns@ci.burlington.vt.usDirections: The Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts is located in downtown Burlington next to City Hall on the Church Street Marketplace.
see mapHours of Operation: Business hours 9am-5pm, Classes and events 9am-9pm