Printmaking Studio Time

We are offering open print studio time every Thursday evening for those who have recently taken a printmaking workshop/class. Space is limited, so booking online is required for each Thursday you wish to attend. Please read prerequisites to make sure you are eligible.

Prerequisites:

• You are a beginner to early-intermediate level printmaker

• You have completed the safety training and studio overview tour within the last 4 months of the studio date you have registered for. Note: if you need a refresher, please email education@ladysmitharts.ca

• Received and reviewed with print shop coordinator handouts for procedures of the print studio

• You have taken at least one printmaking workshop or class with Ladysmith Arts within the last year.

How open studio time works:

• This is a nontoxic print studio, please do not bring in solvents

• Booking a spot is mandatory

• Open studio time starts at 2:00 PM and ends promptly at 5:30 PM

• Check in with the printmaking coordinator

• Participants can work during this supervised time. The printmaking coordinator will be on hand to answer any questions and to supervise work going through the press to make sure it won’t damage the equipment

• Participants are required to clean up after themselves

What is provided:

• Access to the printing press

• Akua Intaglio Inks

• Brayers

• Some assorted print studio tools

What is not provided:

• Printmaking plate

• Printmaking paper

• Apron

FAQ

Can I attend open studio if I have never done printmaking before?

No - we require those attending open studio to have taken a class/course prior to. These open studio times are not designed to be a replacement of taking an actual course. Participants must be able to work on their own without causing damage to equipment. If you have taken a class/course with another instructor or attended a program for printmaking within the last 6 months then we only require you to complete the safety orientation with us.

I am an experienced printmaker, can I book a spot for these open studio sessions?

These open studio sessions are designed for new and emerging printmakers only.