Introduction to Printmaking with Trisha Gupta
Class | Available
In this class, students will explore non-toxic printmaking techniques. Each week we will study the history of a different printmaking medium, followed by a demonstration and time to work on that technique yourself. This class will cover: Woodblock, Intaglio, Collagraph, and Monotype.
This introductory course is perfect for anyone seeking to create a basic printmaking portfolio and for anyone interested in the history of printmaking.
Materials List - These are the materials you will need for this class and a suggested purchase option.
Students are responsible for acquiring these supplies for personal use. Your instructor will provide further guidance as needed:
Woodcarving tool set - https://www.dickblick.com/products/yasutomo-niji-woodcarving-set/
Plexi/ Acrylic Plate, students only need 1 - 8x10” - https://www.dickblick.com/items/clear-acrylic-sheet-8-x-10-non-glare/
Sintra/PVC craft board ?” thick, 12" X 12" Rigid White - students will need 2, an example/ purchase option: https://a.co/d/0pEeKCl
Linoleum sheets - students may work in 4x6”, 5x7”, or 8x10" no backing needed, roll ok/ enough to make 2 blocks (lots of options on Blick)
An etching tool - https://www.dickblick.com/products/double-ended-steel-burnisher/
Students will need 10 sheets of white printmaking paper, 22” by 30” rag paper for intaglio is preferred. WSS has paper available for students to purchase at cost - $8 a sheet
Scrap Materials such as old lace, string, aluminum foil, and plastic bags - your instructor will elaborate on these items and their purpose when needed.
Optional: Students may choose to buy an 8x10" block-mounted linoleum to use, instead of the birch panel provided by WSS.
Paper towels & nitrile gloves