Adult Classes | Printmaking

11/1/22 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bird, Holly

Introduction to block relief printing in linocut techniques. No printmaking experience is necessary, but some art class experience is. Working in oil-based inks, we will explore one-color and more advanced reduction and multiple block prints for those who want to go further in their relief printing experience. In-depth instruction in registration techniques, methods and materials with an emphasis on solid design and pre-planning will be offered in this class. Ages 17 and up.

Levels: Intermediate,Advanced

Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL

9/13/22 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bird, Holly

This is a 4-week class, meeting on Sept 13, Oct 4, Oct 11 and Oct 18.

Introduction to block relief printing in linocut techniques. No printmaking experience is necessary, but some art class experience is. Working in oil-based inks, we will explore one-color and more advanced reduction and multiple block prints for those who want to go further in their relief printing experience. In-depth instruction in registration techniques, methods and materials with an emphasis on solid design and pre-planning will be offered in this class.
Ages 17 and up.

Levels: Intermediate,Advanced

Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL

10/27/22 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bird, Holly

Want to improve the graphic "punch" of your relief prints? This is an un-messy, informal printmaking seminar and roundtable discussion, with examples and handouts in developing better one-color and multiple color prints. We'll talk about the principles of good design and how to adapt your references specifically to relief printmaking. How to use traditional illustration techniques to develop your ideas. How to avoid design pitfalls when using Photoshop and other digital tools. And how good design will better organize your workflow. (You can apply a lot in this seminar to your 2D art and illustration in general!)

Levels: All Levels

Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL

11/4/22 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bird, Holly

Introduction to basic and safe methods of etching with a non-acid solution (ferric chloride) using copper plates. Printmaking experience is not necessary but having taken a drawing class or have some basic drawing ability is required. Those with etching experience can expand on more advanced techniques or try mezzotints. The use of a large and small etching press, aquatint box and other equipment will be covered. Ages 17 and up.

Levels: Intermediate,Advanced

Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL

9/16/22 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bird, Holly

The Fall I class is 4 weeks only, meeting on Sept 16, Oct 7, Oct 14 and Oct 21.

Introduction to basic and safe methods of etching with a non-acid solution (ferric chloride) using copper plates. While drawing ability would be helpful for artists completely new to etching, printmaking experience is not necessary to take this class. Those with etching experience can expand on more advanced techniques or try mezzotints. The use of a large and small etching press, aquatint box and other equipment will be covered. Ages 17 and up.

Levels: Intermediate,Advanced

Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL

2/25/23 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Bird, Holly

An introduction to multiple color woodcut printmaking. No printmaking experience is required, but some basic art class background is necessary. Students will learn a method of woodcut using oil-based inks and an alternative registration system. We'll mostly print by hand, but you have the option of learning how to use a press.

By the end of this 2-day workshop, a student will have finished a 4"x6" woodcut print in three colors or more and will be able to pursue multiple color relief printing in their own home studio with minimal equipment.*Expect to do some carving at home on Saturday night!*

Levels: All Levels

Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center - 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin FL