Silk Aquatint Workshop
2 Day Workshop in Washington, DC
In this workshop you will learn how to make a silk aquatint print. Silk Aquatint is a versatile alternative to traditional printmaking techniques. Silk Aquatint, or Silk Collagraph, is a non-acid method of working a print plate where the image is created by painting with whitened acrylic medium on a black silk surface backed with plastic, to produce a variety of tones and textures. The Plate is then inked, wiped (like a metal plate) ad printed on an etching press. Plates are easy to cut and durable for large editions.
This course is suitable for both beginners and more advanced students. Classes are limited to 8 students. We can work to accomodate the specific schedules of groups of three or more, workshops are also available for school groups.
Credit: Print by Joiri Minaya
Fee: $295
Monotypes with Akua Colors Workshop
2 Day Workshop in Washington, DC
In this workshop you will learn how to make a monotype print with akua colors. Explore the painterly qualities of monotype using Akua Kolor and Akua Intaglio water-based inks while working with Julio Valdez. Learn methods for brushing, rolling, layering, overprinting, viscosity roll ups, and specific printing techniques for printing with or without a press. Valdez will offer tips on color mixing and modifying Akua water-based inks.
This course is suitable for both begginers and more advanced students. Classes are limited to 8 students. We can work to accomodate the specific schedules of groups of three or more, workshops are also available for school groups.
Fee: $295
Solar Plate Workshop
1 Day Workshop in NYC
In this workshop you will learn how to make a Solar Plate print. Solar plate is a revolutionary and versatile method of printmaking where you can create an etching or photo-etching plate using solar energy, developing the image with water. Explore the unique sensitivity of solarplate, a non-acid, non-toxic method that can produce extraordinary results. This technique is a wonderful process for painters, mixed-media, and photo-based artists to create fine art limited edition prints and installations.
This course is suitable for both beginners and more advanced students. Classes are limited to 8 students. We can work to accomodate the specific schedules of groups of three or more, workshops are also available for school groups.
Fee: $225
Founded in 2013 by artist Julio Valdez, JVS Project Space provides NYC exhibiting opportunities and other services for emerging artists by artists.