The Editioned Monotype Session 1: July 9-12, 5-9pm Session 2: July 14&15 8am-5pm $150 plus $25 materials fee *Must register by 7/7/07
Monotypes are referred to as a painterly print. They allow freeness but can lack control and often rely on luck. In addition, the term monotype implies one not allowing for multiples. In this class students will learn how to edition monotypes from two to six prints that are exactly alike. Using the offset press students will learn how to have multiple layers on the same print that line up (easily!) We will discuss the use of flats, painting, dry media and solvent washes. This is a great class for anyone who loves color. All skill levels are invited.
Moku Hanga: Japanese Woodcut July 16- 19, 5-9pm $150 plus $125 materials fee (Includes a set of woodcut tools, wood, paper, inks) *Must register by 7/7/07
The term Moku (wood) Hanga (printing) is a term that describes traditional water-based Japanese woodcuts. They are a beautiful, non-toxic way of printing that does not require the use of a press. (You’ll be able to make them on your kitchen table!) Traditional tools, carving and printing techniques will be discussed. Students will begin with a single color print and then learn reductive and multiple block techniques using kento registration. This is a class for beginner students or those who would like to learn traditional Moku Hanga techniques.
Book Arts Session 1: July 23- 26, 5-9pm Session 2: July 28 & 29 8am-5pm $150 plus $60 materials fee *Must register by 7/16/07
Learn how to do several types of binding and sewing techniques including; Japanese stab, accordion, chat book, sewing on tapes, and perfect binding. These books will make great journals, scrap books, or a jumping point for artists books. Students will make a sample of each book with materials provided. The last class will be spent creating a one of a kind artist book using collage. Students are welcomed to bring any materials such as decorative papers, photos, wallpaper, etc.
Polyester Plate Lithography July 30-Aug 2, 5-9pm $150 plus $25 materials fee *Must register by 7/23/07 Using the basic principle that oil and water don’t mix, we’ll create lithographs using the exciting new polyester plates. Images can be created using sharpie markers, xerox machines, or laser printers. Students will learn to print them on the offset press, etching press and by hand. We’ll work with one color and multiples. This medium works great for prints, books, cards, etc.
Kids will learn how to make monotypes on the offset press. They will work with their own images or from coloring books.
Lithography for Cartoons July 30-Aug 2, 1-3pm (ages 8-13) $80 plus $15 materials fee *Must register by 7/23/07
Using polyester plates students will design cartoons or comic strips and print them on the offset press. We’ll talk about drawing cartoons, writing stories, and printing. The final day everyone will combine their work into comic books to share.
Registration: Register by June 30 and save 10% off class fee! Classes are subject to cancellation due to under enrollment. To register please call Amanda Lebel at (860) 208-0007 or email her at arl125@earthlink.net
