Blog

ONSITE: Art Explorers (Age 5)

January 26, 2022

Let's explore art-making! Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint or other materials. Our smallest artists can sign up for multiple weeks of classes and always have new projects to create!

read more

ONSITE: Art Explorers (Age 5)

January 26, 2022

Let's explore art-making! Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint or other materials. Our smallest artists can sign up for multiple weeks of classes and always have new projects to create!

read more

ONSITE: Art Explorers (Age 5)

January 26, 2022

Let's explore art-making! Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint or other materials. Our smallest artists can sign up for multiple weeks of classes and always have new projects to create!

read more

ONSITE: Screenprinting Immersion

October 25, 2021

Whether you are a novice or advanced, this class will immerse you in screen-printing methods and projects that are customized for your personal level of enjoyment and exploration. Each student will select a personal theme and work with the instructor to make use of appropriate inks, image-making techniques like drawing fluid and photo, and substrates […]

read more

ONSITE: Printmaking (Ages 9-11)

October 25, 2021

Printmaking is a great way to make multiples of your artwork and spread your message. We’ll explore how important messages have been communicated throughout history in different forms of printmaking: Newspapers, posters, flyers, etc. You'll create your own multiples through linocut, stamping, and other forms of printmaking.

read more

ONSITE: Introduction to Screen Printing (A)

October 25, 2021

Explore screen printing, a process that allows artists to create hand-printed multiples of the same image. Translate your graphic design, photography, or drawings into vibrant, layered compositions. Learn a variety of ways to create screens that can be used to print onto fabric, paper or wood.

read more

ONSITE: One Screen, Endless Possibilities

October 25, 2021

The class will explore the many ways one screen can be used in screen printing. We will create many different silkscreen prints by experimenting with color, repetition, placement, and various paper and surfaces such as wood, fabric, cardboard, etc. Students will decide if they want to focus on one main image or have multiple images […]

read more

ONSITE: Introduction to Woodblock Printing

October 25, 2021

Explore woodblock printing, humanity’s oldest printmaking process. You’ll learn to design and transfer an image onto the block and cut the block to produce a relief image. Then, we’ll cover how to transfer the image to paper, both printing it by hand and by press.

read more

ONSITE: Gelli Plate Printmaking

October 25, 2021

In this class, students will learn how to create beautiful monotypes without a press. Students will practice developing images with stencils, stamps, and drawing utilizing bands of color and texture. Students will use pre-made stencils and will also create some of their own. We will focus on personal symbols and incorporate them into their prints. […]

read more

ONSITE: Mastering Multicolor Screen Printing

October 25, 2021

Learn how to create multicolor screen prints of your own design. This class will expand on the registration techniques learnt in intro classes, focusing on adding layers/colors to create more complex images. We will look at how to break apart an image by hand and in the computer. Color theory will be discussed through the […]

read more

ONSITE: Introduction to Screen Printing (B)

October 25, 2021

Explore screen printing, a process that allows artists to create hand-printed multiples of the same image. Translate your graphic design, photography, or drawings into vibrant, layered compositions. Learn a variety of ways to create screens that can be used to print onto fabric, paper or wood.

read more

ONSITE: Letterpress Printing for All Levels

October 25, 2021

This course encompasses the basics of letterpress printing through demonstrations, guided projects, and hands-on experience. Participants will explore composition, typography, color, and how these elements relate to actual letterpress printing using a wide array of lead/wood type, engraved imagery, and hand-operated printing presses. This course will cover introductory letterpress terminology, typesetting, composition, PMS color-mixing, and […]

read more

ONSITE: Letterpress Posters + Merch (Ages 12-14)

October 25, 2021

We're getting the band back together! Join artist Sam Page and learn to use the letterpress studio to create rad band posters, cool stickers, and merch. Letterpress is a form of relief printmaking which uses a printing press and typesetting (individual letters) to create words and designs for printed media. Bands originally used this form […]

read more

ONSITE: Introduction to Letterpress

October 25, 2021

Explore the letterpress printing process, which dates back to the 15th century and the time of Gutenberg. We’ll cover typesetting, inking, printing and paper selection as you become familiar with the terminology and VisArts’ presses. You’ll have time to create multiple pieces and trade work with classmates, which will help you build a small collection […]

read more

ONSITE: Screen Printing T-Shirts + Posters (Ages 12-14)

October 25, 2021

Learn how to screen print by making posters and t-shirts. We'll cover lots of approaches within this versatile medium, including creating hand-drawn stencils with your own design. Learn about printing, registration and color mixing using water-based, non-toxic acrylic ink. Experimentation is encouraged!

read more

ONSITE: Next Level Letterpress

October 25, 2021

Take your letterpress skills to the next level with multiple-color prints. We'll use the Platen and Challenge presses and explore other advanced typesetting methods. You’ll receive lots of guidance as you work on your own individual projects.

read more

ONSITE: Introduction to Screen Printing (Adults and Youth 13+ with Registered Adult)

October 05, 2021

A week-long fun-filled introduction to screen printing. The perfect class for learning about the process of this printmaking technique and making holiday gifts for loved ones. Explore screen printing, a process that allows artists to create hand-printed multiples of the same image. Translate your graphic design, photography, or drawings into vibrant, layered compositions. Learn a […]

read more