Emily will be teaching Introduction to Letterpress, starting this Wednesday from 6-10pm (Sept 7, 14, 21, 30). Sign up online to join in the fun!
Tell us a little about the class. The Introduction to Letterpress class is just that - a foundation to letterpress showcasing a variety of ways to work on the press, from traditional handsetting techniques to modern approaches using the computer for design work. At the end of the four week session students will be proficient in preparing the press, printing an edition, and cleaning the press. This session we've added a fourth class, which will provide students an opportunity to choose some advanced techniques that they would like demonstrated and to try themselves. Not only does this give students more press time, but provides one more chance to be under the guidance of an instructor before setting off into the wild west of letterpress printing.

What makes letterpress so unique? Often the print has a texture to it, so it can be "petted". People love to touch stuff, making letterpressed paper highly attractive. Plus, the plate is re-inked each time before the paper is printed. I like that in doing a run each sheet looks almost the same but can vary slightly, especially with lighter inks. It shows a human actually made it.

When I'm not printing for clients I love challenging myself to learn new ways to work the press. Just recently I completed a five-color, tightly registered run. I had so much fun doing it that I'm currently working on making a series of such pieces.

Emily Harris began letterpress printing as a natural progression from making handmade paper from both natural and recycled materials. The press currently draws much more of her time since she's just started her own press, The Victory Special Press (www.tvspress.com), combining a passion for letterpress and a desire to never have to wear pantsuits. She traded the flatlands of Nebraska for the not-so-bright gaslights of Boston many years ago but still draws inspiration from the void landscapes of home. When not in front of a Vandercook she enjoys most anything outdoors or crafty: mountain biking, snowboarding, brewing her own beer, and candlemaking.

Tell us a little about what students in the March Perf, Score, & Cut class will work on.

In this class students will learn how to set up scoring and perforating rule on the press to create awesome folded greeting cards, perforated tickets, multi-fold posters...the possibilities are endless on our trusty Vandercook. We'll also go over how to cut paper on the guillotine how to use the giant upright perforator.

Is this only suitable if you have had prior letterpress training?

This class is ideally suited for people who have some experience on-press who are ready to take their printing practice to the next level.

What technique are you most excited to share with your students?

What are you working on in the shop right now?

Right now I'm working on several wedding invitation projects and scheming about a deck of tarot cards.

Advanced Letterpress: Perf, Score, & Cut ONLY $25.00

This course provides a quick four hour introduction to scoring, folding, perforating and cutting using the guillotine. Participants must attend this workshop in order to be certified to use this equipment. No materials needed for the first class. This is a demonstration based class. If you have a project, feel free to bring it we may use it during the demos.

Instructor, Kat Cummings moved to Providence to study art history and literature at Brown University, but after graduation discovered that she enjoys the ink stains and mechanical hum of the pressroom as much as the clean quiet of the library stacks. Kat works as a commercial letterpress printer, teacher and table clearer; loves fanciful stories, delicious snacks and beautiful objects in multiples; and looks forward to learning how to operate a Linotype machine, translate books and play the theremin.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH
TIME: 4-7 pm
LOCATION: AS220 Gallery & Performance Space
115 Empire Street

Come celebrate the opening of our 2010 Print Lottery Exhibition. See 200 Prints and Works on Paper, meet printmakers, and revel in a massive, exuberant, salon-style showcase of work from a spectacularly diverse spectrum of artists from near and far.

We're asking you to show your support for the Printshop with the purchase of Lottery Ticket for $100. In thanks, you receive one of 200 prints or works on paper by artists from all over the world. In keeping with AS220's mission of accessibility and equality, and for the purpose of having fun, all artwork in the show is won by a blind lottery system. Keep you fingers crossed and wear your lucky charms, this is a lottery folks. All proceeds directly support the Printshop equipment, staff, supplies and programming. Read more about the Print Lottery. The Lottery takes place Saturday, September 25th, 7-10 pm at the AS220 Gallery & Performance Space.

*You do not need to buy a lottery ticket to attend! All events are free and open to the public! Come for the fun!

This event is part of a month long extravaganza of Printmaking thrown by the AS220 Community Printshop in celebration of their 3rd anniversary. For more details and other events this month visit the Print Lottery website.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH
TIME: 11am-4pm
LOCATION: AS220 Community Print Shop
95 Mathewson Street

This event is free!

Join us in the Printshop for a creative introduction to the principles of printmaking, with a series of small & playful print projects designed for participants both young and old. Come experience the pleasure of pulling prints and the magic of multiple-making. Families especially welcome! Projects designed with young-ones in mind. Parents - fear not, we'll keep you engaged, too.

This event is part of a month long extravaganza of Printmaking thrown by the AS220 Community Printshop in celebration of their 3rd anniversary. For more details and other events this month visit the Print Lottery website.

We will be offering a smaller roster of classes in the month of October due to the pending move in the Mercantile Block Building right next door. To sign up, just click on the name of the class below.

Intro to Letterpress: 3 Weeks
Wednesdays, October 6th, 13th and 20th, 5pm-9pm
This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment

Intro to Silkscreen: 2 weeks
Thursdays, October 7th and 14th : 5-9pm
This course provides a two week introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, a variety of making ways to make positives, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Please bring all supplies listed below to the first class. If preferred, bring some drawings, or computer generated designs to the first class.

Check back for November classes soon.

Our newest workshops are now posted on the AS220 Online Shop, sign up today! You can also download the whole list of springclasses here.

To sign up visit the AS220 Shop

JUNE Open House It's Free! Monday June 1st 6pm
Have questions, want to see the shop, meet the folks who use it, just want to spend some time with other printmakers? Our open houses happen the first Monday of every month. They are FREE! No money involved, we've posted it on the shop just in case you missed it. Each month two of our keymembers are present to run the show and you have the chance to make something in the shop too, a mini project. Drop by, and make a print!

If you would like to become a member of the shop, this is the time to bring some of your work by. The keymembers will chat with you about your prior printmaking experience and hopes and dreams for future printing. Then we sign you off to start printing or suggest that a class might be helpful if our practices dramatically differ from your previous shop experiences.

During this time we also offer orientations to the shop. We will cover basics of the AS220 shop, for example, our lighting and exposure system, rag and clean up procedures, sign up for shop time, ect. This is not an introduction to technique class, the purpose to run you through how the shop functions so that you may come and print.

Intro to Silkscreen:2 weeks $65.00 Sundays, June 14th and 21st, 5pm-9pm This course provides a two week introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, a variety of making ways to make positives, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Please bring all supplies listed below to the first class.

Letterpress $85.00 Saturdays, June 6th, 13th and 20nd, 5pm-9pm
This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must attend ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. No materials needed for the first class.

Make the Switch to Solvent Free Intaglio
$60.00 Monday June 22nd and 29th 5-9pm
This course is intended for printmakers and artists who have prior experience with Intaglio. If you have been trained and used traditional grounds and processes, such as ashphatum, hard and soft grounds and anything that requires a solvent to remove this class is for you. This short, two week course will cover new technology and methods available to artists. We will be using Ferric Chloride to etch the copper plates and oil based inks for printing. Aquatint, hard/soft grounds, stop out, soap ground, sugar lift will all be covered. There will be time to experiment will all of the processes, make test plates and print them.

JULY Open House It's Free! Monday July 6th 6pm

Broadside for the Letterpress $85.00 Thursdays, July 9, 16 and 23, 5-9pm
This course is for those who have already taken the basic introduction to letterpress in our printshop. Participants will design their own Broadside to be produced on the letterpress. As a part of this workshop we will cut elements of our own design using a lasercutter and cnc router out of wood over at the AS220 LABS. We will then compose the elements in chases with lead already in the shop and print! For the first class please bring ideas and sketches of what you would like to produce. We will also take a field trip to the Providence Public Library to view the Broadsides in the Special Collections.

Silkscreen:6 weeks $200.00 Wednesdays, July 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 12, 19 5pm-9pm
This course provides a six week introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, a variety of making ways to make positives, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Please bring all supplies listed below to the first class. The workshop will be limited to three students. Over the six weeks each person will have the opportunity to envision, plan, and excute a project of their own. There is room for experimentation, and complex projects. We will spend time looking at and speaking about our own work as well as looking at the work of other artists. If preferred, bring some drawings, or computer generated designs to the first class.

AUGUST Open House It's Free! Monday August 3rd 6pm

Letterpress $85.00 Sundays, August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 5-9pm
This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must attend ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. No materials needed for the first class.

Intro to Silkscreen:2 weeks $65.00 Monday, August 10th and 17th, 5pm-9pm
This course provides a two week introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, a variety of making ways to make positives, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Please bring all supplies listed below to the first class.

Drypoint $35.00 Sunday August 30th 5-9pm
In the Drypoint class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will make direct marks into a copper plate using sharp tools to leaving lines for inks to sit in and then be transfered to paper by running it though the press at high pressure. We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. During this is a short introduction to using the etching press participants will be signed off to print in the shop only for drypoint.

Drypoint $35.00 Sunday May 3rd 1-5pm
In the Drypoint class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will make direct marks into a copper plate using sharp tools to leaving lines for inks to sit in and then be transfered to paper by running it though the press at high pressure. Sign up with the AS220 online shop!

Intro to Silkscreen:2 weeks $65.00 Thursdays, May 14th and 21th, 5pm-9pm
This course provides a two week introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, a variety of making ways to make positives, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Please bring all supplies listed below to the first class. Sign up with the AS220 online shop!

Monoprint $65.00 Saturday May 2th & 9th 1-5pm
Monotype is a singular (mono) image taken from a plate that is drawn or painted on. It is a combination of printmaking and painting. The results are highly original and cannot be replicated in a different process. Monotype allows a lot of room for experimentation and play. It is a great process both for painters who would like to begin working with printmaking as well as printmakers who would like to use a looser and more direct technique of image making. Monotypes can be executed on a variety of surfaces including metal, plastic, varnished cardboard and plexiglass. The inks can be oil or water-based. The image will be executed on copper plates which will allow the introduction of drypoint as another means of mark making. Sign up with the AS220 online shop!

T-Shirt Silkscreen $35.00 Sunday May 31th, 1pm-5pm
Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Sign up with the AS220 online shop!

It is not too late to sign up and take this four hour workshop in the AS220 Community Printshop.

T-Shirt Silkscreen $35.00 Sunday April 26th, 1pm-5pm Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt.

for supply list and sign up visit the AS220 Shop!

Tshirts in photo by Heather Toupin.

The Patricia W. Edwards Memorial Art Fund was established 20 years ago to further the education of Rhode Island high school students studying painting and/or drawing. Awards will be given to students to take art lessons in two-dimensional art at Rhode Island nonprofit institutions (e.g., Rhode Island School of Design's Young Artist Program, AS220, etc.)

A simple two page application and 3-5 pieces of art work will get you in the running to take a workshop of your choice paid for by the scholarship from the Rhode Island Foundation.

You can use the scholarship here at AS220 in the Printshop, Labs, Darkroom or Design Providence. To see workshops we offer check out our online shop.

So, this is a first folks. Three months of workshops to choose from at one time! Sign up now, our next session will be Summer- June, July and August. We have some new and super exciting offerings. I am signing up for silverpoint! Here are the highlights...

Drypoint $35.00 Saturday March 21st 1-5pm or Sunday May 3rd 1-5pm

In the Drypoint class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will make direct marks into a copper plate using sharp tools to leaving lines for inks to sit in and then be transfered to paper by running it though the press at high pressure. We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. During this is a short introduction to using the etching press participants will be signed off to print in the shop only for drypoint .

Relief Printing $85.00 Wednesdays March 11th, 18th, 25th, 5-9pm

This class will be dedicated to observing and practicing the graphic quality of relief printing, the oldest method in printing to date. Printing demos will include how to properly ink, proof, print, and label images. In class time will be devoted to developing imagery, carving, viewing other relief prints, and production of a small edition of relief prints using either Linoleum or wood blocks and oil based inks.

Silverpoint $85.00 Monday April 13th, 20th and 27th 5-9pm

In this workshop participants will be introduced to the historical drawing technique know as Silverpoint. We will begin with demonstrations of the labor intensive process of preparing the surface and each prepare our own. We will then move through the process of sharpening and creating a drawing tool using silver rod. There will time within the workshop to draw as well as experiment with this process.

To see all the classes visit the AS220 Shop and sign up!

Drypoint $35.00 Saturday March 21st 1-5pm

In the Drypoint class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will make direct marks into a copper plate using sharp tools to leaving lines for inks to sit in and then be transfered to paper by running it though the press at high pressure. We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. During this is a short introduction to using the etching press participants will be signed off to print in the shop only for drypoint .

Intro to Silkscreen:2 weeks $65.00 Thursdays, March 12th and 19th, 5pm-9pm

This course provides a two week introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, a variety of making ways to make positives, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Please bring all supplies listed below to the first class. If preferred, bring some drawings, or computer generated designs to the first class.

Letterpress $85.00 Sundays, March 8th, 15th and 22nd, 1pm-5pm

This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must attend ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. No materials needed for the first class.

Relief Printing $85.00 Wednesdays March 11th, 18th, 25th, 5-9pm

This class will be dedicated to observing and practicing the graphic quality of relief printing, the oldest method in printing to date. Printing demos will include how to properly ink, proof, print, and label images. In class time will be devoted to developing imagery, carving, viewing other relief prints, and production of a small edition of relief prints using either Linoleum or wood blocks and oil based inks.

T-Shirt Silkscreen $35.00 Saturday March 14th, 1pm-5pm

Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt.

Intro to Intaglio $110.00 Saturdays April 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th, 1-5pm

In the Introduction to Intaglio class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will create non-toxic etching projects on copper plates to help develop a clear understanding of traditional intaglio methods. Stage biting and resistance techniques will be discussed to provide an insight to good working habits.

Intro to Silkscreen:2 weeks $65.00 Thursdays, April 9th and 16th, 5pm-9pm

Letterpress $85.00 Sundays, April 5th, 12th and 19th, 1pm-5pm

Silver Point $85.00 Monday April 13th, 20th and 27th 5-9pm

In this workshop participants will be introduced to the historical drawing technique know as Silverpoint. We will begin with demonstrations of the labor intensive process of preparing the surface and each prepare our own. We will then move through the process of sharpening and creating a drawing tool using silver rod. There will time within the workshop to draw as well as experiment with this process.

T-Shirt Silkscreen $35.00 Thursday April 23rd, 5-9pm

T-Shirt Silkscreen $35.00 Sunday April 26th, 1pm-5pm

Drypoint $35.00 Sunday May 3rd 1-5pm

Intro to Silkscreen:2 weeks $65.00 Thursdays, May 14th and 21th, 5pm-9pm

Letterpress $85.00 Wednesday, May 6th, 13th and 20nd, 5-9pm

Monoprint $65.00 Saturday May 2th & 9th 1-5pm

Monotype is a singular (mono) image taken from a plate that is drawn or painted on. It is a combination of printmaking and painting. The results are highly original and cannot be replicated in a different process. Monotype allows a lot of room for experimentation and play. It is a great process both for painters who would like to begin working with printmaking as well as printmakers who would like to use a looser and more direct technique of image making. Monotypes can be executed on a variety of surfaces including metal, plastic, varnished cardboard and plexiglass. The inks can be oil or water-based. The image will be executed on copper plates which will allow the introduction of drypoint as another means of mark making. The two session course will cover trace monotype, drawing with oil- based pigment sticks, painting with ink, stencils, offset of textures and drypoint.

T-Shirt Silkscreen $35.00 Sunday May 31th, 1pm-5pm

Intro to Silkscreen:2 weeks $65.00 Thursdays, February 12th and 19th, 5pm-9pm This course provides a two week introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, a variety of making ways to make positives, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Please bring all supplies listed below to the first class. SIGN UP, Click here!

Letterpress $85.00 Sundays, February 15th, 22nd and March 1st, 1pm-5pm This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must attend ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. No materials needed for the first class. SIGN UP, Click here!

Letterpress your Heart $60.00 Sundays February 1st and 8th from 1-5pm "Five spots to fill... A spot counts as two... so bring someone you love... or come meet someone new!"

This is a two week class that includes a Pre-Press class. SIGN UP, Click here!

Monoprint $65.00 Monday February 9th & 16th Monotype is a singular (mono) image taken from a plate that is drawn or painted on. It is a combination of printmaking and painting. The results are highly original and cannot be replicated in a different process. Monotype allows a lot of room for experimentation and play. It is a great process both for painters who would like to begin working with printmaking as well as printmakers who would like to use a looser and more direct technique of image making. Monotypes can be executed on a variety of surfaces including metal, plastic, varnished cardboard and plexiglass. The inks can be oil or water-based. The image will be executed on copper plates which will allow the introduction of drypoint as another means of mark making. The two session course will cover trace monotype, drawing with oil- based pigment sticks, painting with ink, stencils, offset of textures and drypoint. SIGN UP, Click here.

Not too late for Holiday gifting. Buy now, save our economy, okay, not really...But do enjoy our offerings and the pride of making with your own two hands.

Intro to Silkscreen:2 weeks $65.00 Thursday, January 15th,22nd 5pm-9pm This course provides a two week introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, a variety of making ways to make positives, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Please bring all supplies listed below to the first class. SIGN UP HERE!

Letterpress $85.00 Sunday, January 4th, 11th and 18th, 1pm-5pm This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must attend ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. No materials needed for the first class. SIGN UP HERE!

Monoprint $65.00 Wednesday January 14th and 21st, 5pm-9pm Monotype is a singular (mono) image taken from a plate that is drawn or painted on. It is a combination of printmaking and painting. The results are highly original and cannot be replicated in a different process. Monotype allows a lot of room for experimentation and play. It is a great process both for painters who would like to begin working with printmaking as well as printmakers who would like to use a looser and more direct technique of image making. Monotypes can be executed on a variety of surfaces including metal, plastic, varnished cardboard and plexiglass. The inks can be oil or water-based. The image will be executed on copper plates which will allow the introduction of drypoint as another means of mark making. The two session course will cover trace monotype, drawing with oil- based pigment sticks, painting with ink, stencils, offset of textures and drypoint. SIGN UP HERE!

T-Shirt Silkscreen $35.00 Tuesday, January 13th, 5pm-9pm Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. SIGN UP HERE!

T-Shirt Silkscreen $35.00 Saturday January 31st, 1pm-5pm Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. SIGN UP HERE!

Friday December 12th 5-9pm, $35.00

Estimated material cost (film/plate:)- $17.00

Participants will make a plastic plate and print cards of their own design on our Vandercook proof press. Come prepared with a film, and leave with a stack of your own letterpressed cards, beautifully embossed with your image. This class is designed for printers familiar with the letterpress. We will go through the process of exposing and creating a plate, inking the press and adjusting printing margins.

To purchase specialized cards we recommend Paperworks in Pawtucket, Michaels art store, or Papersource in Boston. Plain cards will be available at cost, Ink is provided.

The platemaking film: Unfortunately, regular acetate photocopies are not opaque enough; we recommend sending your image file to Steve at Faces Typography who does an excellant job of printing film negatives. e-mail: Output@facesimaging.com . Make sure to send him the positive, as he will reverse it, and make sure it is strictly black and white (bitmap or outline). Please send the file before Thursday the 11th, films will be picked up by the Printshop and ready for class. If you have any questions about file prep email morgan@as220.org

Please bring check or cash for materials cost. To Sign up visit the AS220 Shop!

Holiday Gift Wrap Class, $35.00 - Saturday, December 6th, 1-5pm

In this class, participants will learn how to make their own gift wrap by silk screening. This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to the silkscreen process. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process as well as printing a design in a repetitive pattern. Ink mixing, screen set-up, troubleshooting, and registration will also be covered in this workshop. Sign Up!

Intro to Silkscreen, $35.00 - Saturday, December 13th, 1pm-5pm

This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Sign Up!

Letterpress, $85.00 - Tuesdays, December 2nd, 9th and 16th, 5pm-9pm

This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. Sign Up!

Monoprint, $65.00 - Sundays December 7th and 14th, 1pm-5pm

Monotype is a singular (mono) image taken from a plate that is drawn or painted on. It is a combination of printmaking and painting. The results are highly original and cannot be replicated in a different process. Monotype allows a lot of room for experimentation and play. It is a great process both for painters who would like to begin working with printmaking as well as printmakers who would like to use a looser and more direct technique of image making. Monotypes can be executed on a variety of surfaces including metal, plastic, varnished cardboard and plexiglass. The inks can be oil or water-based. The image will be executed on copper plates which will allow the introduction of drypoint as another means of mark making. The two session course will cover trace monotype, drawing with oil- based pigment sticks, painting with ink, stencils, offset of textures and drypoint. The plates will be printed by hand as well as on the press. Simple registration methods will be introduced for complex, multi-layered images. Sign Up!

Sign up now at the AS220 Shop

Bookmaking $85.00 Mondays, November 10th, 17th, and 24th, 5pm-9pm

This workshop provides a basic introduction to bookmaking and traditional book structures. Participants will learn different binding techniques, sewn signatures, hardcover embossment, and more. Participants will learn how to make a professional artist's book, incorporate their own imagery and text, or simply complete a beautifully bound blank book for sketching or gifting. Participants should be able to attend all three sessions. Sign up!

Intro to Intaglio $110.00 Fridays November 7th, 14th, 21st and December 5th, 5pm-9pm

In the Introduction to Intaglio class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will create non-toxic etching projects on copper plates to help develop a clear understanding of traditional intaglio methods. Stage biting and resistance techniques will be discussed to provide an insight to good working habits.

We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. Student's particular interests will determine the direction of the demonstrations, and there should be time for each participant to complete at least two individual projects. This clas will run over four meetings, participants must attend all four meetings to be signed off to print in the shop. Sign Up!

Intro to Silkscreen $35.00 Saturday, November 8th, 1pm-5pm

This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take BOTH silkscreen A and silkscreen B, one course is sufficient. Sign up!

Letterpress $85.00 Sundays, November 9th, 16th, and 23rd, 1pm-5pm

This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. Sign Up!

T-Shirt Silkscreen B $35.00 Saturday November 22nd, 1pm-5pm

Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Sign Up!

We are offering fewer workshops this month due to all of the other fun we are planning for the month!

Letterpress - Mondays September 8th, 15th and 22nd, 5pm-9pm - $85

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This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time.

Public Drop-In Workshop, Saturday September 13th, 1pm-5pm - $FREE

(Printshop)

Stop by the printshop anytime from 1pm-5pm, see a quick couple printmaking demos, make yourself a tiny, take-homeable fun little print, hang out, make friends, meet people! More details to follow.

T-Shirt Silkscreen - Thursday, September 25th, 5pm-9pm - $35

(Printshop)

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Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt.

Intro to Silkscreen - Monday, September 29th, 5pm-9pm - $35

(Printshop)

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This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course.

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Letterpress - Sundays, August 3rd, 10th, and 17th, 1pm-5pm - $85 - sign up!

This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time.

Intro to Intaglio - Saturdays August 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th, 1pm-5pm - $110 - sign up!

In the Introduction to Intaglio class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will create non-toxic etching projects on copper plates to help develop a clear understanding of traditional intaglio methods. Stage biting and resistance techniques will be discussed to provide an insight to good working habits. We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. Student's particular interests will determine the direction of the demonstrations, and there should be time for each participant to complete at least two individual projects. This clas will run over four meetings, participants must attend all four meetings to be signed off to print in the shop.

A Book Without Words: A Printmaking Workshop for Young Adults - Monday, August 11th through Thursday, August 14th, 9am-1pm - $125 - sign up!

A four day printmaking worshop open to young artists between the ages of 10-13. Each day we will explore a different technique starting with Silkscreen and Intaglio and wrapping up with linocut and stamps. Throughout the four days the young artists will work with the instructors to form a book that will be put together during the last day of the workshop. Each artist will leave with their own, hand made book and new experience with basic printmaking. Classes will be held from 9am to 1pm with an half hour break. We recommend bringing a small lunch or snack.

Intro to Silkscreen A - Tuesday, August 12th, 5pm-9pm - $35 - sign up!

Intro to Silkscreen B - Thursday, August 21st, 5pm-9pm - $35 - sign up!

This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take BOTH silkscreen A and silkscreen B, one course is sufficient.

T-Shirt Silkscreen A - Sunday August 24th, 1pm-5pm - $35 - sign up!

Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt.

see you in school!!!! PSYCH!!!!!! see you at the printshop (way better!)!!!!!!

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mickey

Intro to Intaglio Fridays July 11th, 18th, 25th and Friday August 1st SIGN UP!

Intro to Silkscreen A Tuesday, July 15th, 5pm-9pm SIGN UP!

Intro to Silkscreen B Sunday July 13th, 1-5pm SIGN UP!

Letterpress Monday July 14th, 21st and 28th, 5pm-9pm SIGN UP!

T-Shirt Silkscreen A Saturday July 26th, 1pm-5pm SIGN UP!

Intro to Intaglio Fridays July 11th, 18th, 25th and Friday August 1st $110.00

In the Introduction to Intaglio class basic mark making skills as
well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be
taught. Participants will create non-toxic etching projects on copper
plates to help develop a clear understanding of traditional intaglio
methods. Stage biting and resistance techniques will be discussed to
provide an insight to good working habits.

We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and
wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. Student's
particular interests will determine the direction of the
demonstrations, and there should be time for each participant to
complete at least two individual projects. This clas will run over
four meetings, participants must attend all four meetings to be
signed off to print in the shop. SIGN UP!

Intro to Silkscreen A Tuesday, July 15th, 5pm-9pm $35.00

This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to
silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion
process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process,
registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a
small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not
take BOTH silkscreen A and silkscreen B, one course is sufficient. SIGN UP!

Intro to Silkscreen B Sunday July 13th, 1-5pm $35.00

This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to
silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion
process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process,
registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a
small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not
take BOTH silkscreen A and silkscreen B, one course is sufficient. SIGN UP!

Letterpress Monday July 14th, 21st and 28th, 5pm-9pm $85.00

This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress.
Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller
height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and
then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in
combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in
letterpressed embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE
letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress
during print time. SIGN UP!

T-Shirt Silkscreen A Saturday July 26th, 1pm-5pm $35

Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images
on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also
discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper
ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt
using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the
class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. SIGN UP!

to sign up for classes, please visit the AS220 Online Shop. if you have any questions, email morgan@as220.org.

SHOP ORIENTATION / OPEN HOUSE Monday, June 2nd, 6pm - Free! There is an orientation for each of the three types of printing. To include basic introduction to the specifics of the AS220 shop, for example, our lighting and exposure system, rag and clean up procedures, sign up for shop time, ect. This is not an introduction to technique and printmakers need to have taken a class or shown proficiency through a portfolio of work to be viewed only on the merits of technical skill. Come see our facilities and what we have to offer. You cannot use the shop until you have attended the orientation in the method you chose to print in. Just show up!

Letterpress - Saturdays June 7th,14th and 21st, 1pm-5pm - $85 This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. Sign up!

T-Shirt Silkscreen A - Thursday, June 12th, 5-9pm - $35 Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Sign up!

Intro to Silkscreen A -Thursday, June 19th, 5pm-9pm - $35 This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take BOTH silkscreen A and silkscreen B, one course is sufficient. Sign up!

Intro to Silkscreen B - Sunday June 22nd, 1pm-5pm - $35 This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take BOTH silkscreen A and silkscreen B, one course is sufficient. Sign up!

Open House
Introduction to Intaglio
Intro to Painterly Monoprints
Intro to Silkscreen A
Intro to Silkscreen B
Intro to Silkscreen C
Letterpress
T-Shirt Silkscreen A
T-Shirt Silkscreen B

SHOP ORIENTATION / OPEN HOUSE May 5th, 6pm
There is an orientation for each of the three types of printing. To include basic introduction to the specifics of the AS220 shop, for example, our lighting and exposure system, rag and clean up procedures, sign up for shop time, ect. This is not an introduction to technique and printmakers need to have taken a class or shown proficiency through a portfolio of work to be viewed only on the merits of technical skill. Come see our facilities and what we have to offer. You cannot use the shop until you have attended the orientation in the method you chose to print in.

Intro to Intaglio, Saturdays May 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st 1pm-5pm
In the Introduction to Intaglio class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will create non-toxic etching projects on copper plates to help develop a clear understanding of traditional intaglio methods. Stage biting and resistance techniques will be discussed to provide an insight to good working habits.

We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. Student's particular interests will determine the direction of the demonstrations, and there should be time for each participant to complete at least two individual projects. This clas will run over four meetings, participants must attend all four meetings to be signed off to print in the shop. Sign up

Intro to Painterly Monoprints, Sunday May 25th, 1pm-5pm
This course will cover a number of different types of water based monoprinting techniques, such as trace monotype, additive/reductive monotype, watercolor transfer, Xerox transfer and multi-plate registration. This combination of mediums will intrigue both the printmaker who's looking to loosen up, and the painter who's looking to broaden their horizons. Sign up

Intro to Silkscreen A, Sunday May 11th, 1pm-5pm
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take BOTH silkscreen A and silkscreen B, one course is sufficient. Sign up

Intro to Silkscreen B, Tuesday May 13th, 5pm-9pm
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take BOTH silkscreen A and silkscreen B, one course is sufficient. Sign up

Intro to Silkscreen C, Tuesday May 20th, 5pm-9pm
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take ALL 3 silkscreen courses to be signed off to use the shop, one course (A, B, or C). Sign up

Letterpress, Mondays May 12th, 19th & Monday June 2nd, 5pm-9pm
This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. Sign up

T-Shirt Silkscreen A, Sunday May 4th, 1pm-5pm
Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Sign up

T-Shirt Silkscreen B, Thursday May 22nd, 5pm-9pm
Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Sign up

OPEN HOUSE!!!!
INTRO TO SILKSCREEN A
INTRO TO INTAGLIO
LETTERPRESS
T-SHIRT SILKSCREEN A
INTRO TO SILKSCREEN B
SOLAR PRINTING WITH SUZANNE LEWIS
INTRO TO SILKSCREEN C
T-SHIRT SILKSCREEN B

OPEN HOUSE!!!! - MONDAY APRIL 7th, 6pm - FREE
Any and all interested in learning a bit about the shop and how it works, come to the FREE shop open house. We'll walk you through our silkscreen, letterpress and intaglio facilities! If you miss it this month, don't worry! There's an open house the first Monday of every month, at 6pm. Bring your work to show you can already print and get signed off to use the shop, or come and find out what sort of neat stuff the shop has to offer!!! No need to sign up, just show up!!

INTRO TO SILKSCREEN A - THURSDAY APRIL 3rd, 5-9pm - $35
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take ALL 3 silkscreen courses to be signed off to use the shop, one course (A, B, or C). Sign up now!

INTRO TO INTAGLIO - FRIDAY APRIL 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th, 5-9pm - $110
In the Introduction to Intaglio class basic mark making skills as well as the techniques and processes of an etching press will be taught. Participants will create non-toxic etching projects on copper plates to help develop a clear understanding of traditional intaglio methods. Stage biting and resistance techniques will be discussed to provide an insight to good working habits. We will also cover ink mixing and application, plate preparation and wiping, as well as paper tearing and registration. Student's particular interests will determine the direction of the demonstrations, and there should be time for each participant to complete at least two individual projects. This clas will run over four meetings, participants must attend all four meetings to be signed off to print in the shop. Sign up now!

LETTERPRESS - SATURDAY APRIL 12th, 19th, 26th, 1-5pm - $85
This course provides a quick, basic introduction to letterpress. Participants learn to ink the press, adjust pressure, adjust roller height, register and feed a sheet of paper, make an impression and then clean the press. Creating and using plastic plates in combination with metal movable type to create your own vision in letterpressed embossment. Participants must take ALL THREE letterpress classes in order to be certified to use the letterpress during print time. The total cost of taking all 3 classes is $85. Class is Full.

T-SHIRT SILKSCREEN A - SUNDAY APRIL 13th, 1-5pm - $35
Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Students may take either class A or B, they are not required to take both. Sign up now!

INTRO TO SILKSCREEN B - THURSDAY APRIL 17th, 5-9pm - $35
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take ALL 3 silkscreen courses to be signed off to use the shop, one course (A, B, or C). Sign up now!

SOLAR PRINTING WITH SUZANNE LEWIS - SATURDAY APRIL 19th, 10am-1pm - $35
The workshop will introduce participants to the process of solar relief printmaking. In this process a transparency is placed over a special photo emulsion plate. The sun then etches the plate for you. The result is a relief plate which when printed resembles a woodblock print yet without the laborious task of carving in wood or linoleum. Participants are asked to bring a drawing or photograph which can be translated into a bold black and white graphic image. Sign up now!

INTRO TO SILKSCREEN C - SUNDAY APRIL 20th, 1-5pm - $35
This course provides a very quick and basic introduction to silkscreen. Participants will learn the basics of the photo-emulsion process, in addition to ink mixing, how to troubleshoot the process, registration and printing methods. Students will be provided with a small supply list when they sign up for the course. Students need not take ALL 3 silkscreen courses to be signed off to use the shop, one course (A, B, or C). Sign up now!

T-SHIRT SILKSCREEN B - THURSDAY APRIL 24TH, 5-9pm - $35
Student will learn the very basics of screen-printing 1-color images on t-shirts, using the photo-emulsion process. They will also discover the best methods for keeping t-shirts flat, using the proper ink for fabric, as well as how to properly set the ink into the shirt using the hot press or other at household methods. By the end of the class, students will have produced a wearable, 1-color t shirt. Students may take either class A or B, they are not required to take both. Sign up now!