Watercolor Monotype (IN-PERSON)

December 4 @ 1:00 pm 4:00 pm

All experience levels welcome. Ages: 18+

This installment of Monthly Monotype covers watercolor monoprinting. Students may use dish and tube watercolors, or watercolor crayons to develop full color compositions on plastic plates, which we will print onto thick, archival paper using the Museum’s etching press. The gradual buildup of residual watercolor pigment on the surface of the plate after printing creates a surface that allows the artist to rework the image and reprint the plate with a richer, denser, more vibrant result each time. These successive prints are called “states”, and each one is inevitably a little different. Students are recommended to bring an 8 x 10 sketch or photographic image to class, and will use this method to develop two or more versions of their image.

You may wish to bring your own apron and reusable gloves. All other materials will be supplied.


Registration: $80, all supplies included.
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!

Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.


Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.

This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!

Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.

Details

Date:
December 4, 2021
Time:
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost:
$80
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Website:
https://printingmuseum.doubleknot.com/event/watercolor-monotypes-in-person/2849915

Organizer

Alexander Squier

Additive Monotype (IN-PERSON)

November 6 @ 1:00 pm 4:00 pm

All experience levels welcome. Ages: 18+

This workshop will introduce students to the additive method, which allows artists to create rich, painterly full color compositions. Utilizing thinned oil-based printing inks and plastic printing plates, students will learn to use brushes, rollers, stamps, masks and more to create unique artworks that only need to go through the press once. This technique lends itself to painters and drawers, and is great for beginners and experienced printmakers alike. Students will have the opportunity to print on the Museum’s large etching press.

Inks in multiple colors, as well as acrylic printing plates are provided for the workshop. You may wish to bring your own apron and reusable gloves. All other materials will be supplied.


Registration: $80, all supplies included.
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!

Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.


Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.

This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!

Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.

Details

Date:
November 6, 2021
Time:
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost:
$80
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Website:
https://printingmuseum.doubleknot.com/event/additive-monotype-in-person/2849878

Organizer

Alexander Squier

Pressure Printing Monotype (IN-PERSON)

October 2 @ 1:00 pm 4:00 pm

Stratography, also known as pressure printing, is a hybrid blend of monotype and low-relief printmaking methods using letterpress printing equipment. It’s a playful form of printmaking for traditional printmakers and letterpress printers looking for new directions or effects for their work. However, all artists are welcome! This technique lends itself equally well to both abstract and subjective image making. You are encouraged to bring low-texture, thin objects to add to your prints during this highly experimental printmaking experience.

All experience levels welcome. Age Restriction: 18+

Materials: You are welcome to bring low texture, thin items to experiment with in your printing. You may wish to bring your own apron and reusable gloves. All other materials will be supplied.


Registration: $80, all supplies included.
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!

Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.


Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.

This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!

Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.

Details

Date:
October 2, 2021
Time:
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost:
$80
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Website:
https://printingmuseum.doubleknot.com/event/pressure-printing-in-person/2849863

Organizer

Jessica Snow

“DARK FIELD” Monotype (IN-PERSON)

September 4 @ 1:00 pm 4:00 pm

This workshop covers the dark field or “maniere noire” method of monoprinting, which utilizes cloth, brushes, and q-tips to wipe ink away from a fully inked plate, and create an image. This technique lends itself to painters and drawers, and is great for beginners and experienced printmakers alike. Students will have the opportunity to print on the Museum’s large etching press. Inks in multiple colors, as well as acrylic printing plates are provided for the workshop.

You may wish to bring your own apron and reusable gloves.


Registration: $80, all supplies included.
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today!

Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.

Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.

This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!

Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.

Details

Date:
September 4, 2021
Time:
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost:
$80
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Website:
https://printingmuseum.doubleknot.com/event/dark-field-monotype-in-person/2847730

Organizer

Alexander Squier

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Exploring Monoprint (IN-PERSON)

July 19 July 22

Monday, July 19: 9:30am – 12:30pm

Tuesday, July 20: 9:30am – 12:30pm

Wednesday, July 21: 9:30am – 12:30pm

Thursday, July 22: 9:30am – 12:30pm

All times Central/US time zone

AGES: 13+ LEVELS: No previous experience required

Printmaking usually refers to a process of making multiples, or “copies”. However artists have long experimented with using printmaking methods to create singular works of art, called monotypes. This intensive workshop establishes the fundamental approaches to Monotype, and quickly expands into more specific but complex methodologies that can be used to endless effect. We will be using oil based inks, plexiglass as the plate material, and the Printing Museum’s large hand-operated etching press to print! These techniques are a great segue into printmaking for artists working in other areas such as painting or drawing, yielding rich, organic, and graphic results! All levels of experience are welcome!

Registration Fee: $250 including materials*

Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today! 

Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.


Materials:
Students will be responsible for their own:

  • Printmaking paper,
  • Large pad of newsprint
  • Brushes
  • personal soft rubber brayer each
  • Q-tips
  • Scott Shop Towels (Blue)

*The Printing Museum will provide inks, ink knives, solvents and thinners, acetate, large brayers, plexiglass printing plates and contact paper.


Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.

This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!


Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.

Details

Start:
July 19, 2021
End:
July 22, 2021
Cost:
$250
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Organizer

Alexander Squier