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Explore the art of printmaking in San Francisco and discover a variety of classes, from linocut to etching, where participants can learn traditional techniques and create their own unique prints.

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Explorations with Relief Printing

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity with rubbercut and linocut printmaking at Richmond Art Center. Learn to design, carve, and print stunning works using block cutting tools and a printing press. Discover the magic of printing on paper, fabric, and folded book structures in this engaging hands-on class.

(13) Beginner 16 and older
$320

8 sessions

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Beginning Screenprinting

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Screen-printing is a versatile print media, with the ability to print on many different surfaces, while creating multiple prints from a single screen. Following an overview of basic principles and mechanics, students will be introduced to different ways of making stencils.  Starting with a hands on paper stencil, they will then create hand-drawn positives used to expose a stencil onto a photopolymer emulsion-coated screen. Screen preparation,...

(13) All levels 14 and older
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$420

8 sessions

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Cyanotype Printing

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Taking advantage of the Bay Area bloom, participants are invited to explore the botanical world of the region through the art of sun printing. Students will create a variety of sun prints from leaves, flowers and other natural materials.  This class is suitable for beginners, with no artistic background. Suggested Materials Water based paper (200 gsm) plants of their choice plastic folder Pencil

(13) Beginner 14 and older
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$320

6 sessions

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Introduction to Image Making in Glass

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Try your hand at making your art in glass. We will explore a variety of ways of adding images to glass through painting and printmaking processes. In addition to making technique test pieces, you will complete the class with an individually designed project.  This class is a great introduction to working in cold glass, and no prior experience is required.

(13) Beginner 17 and older
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$285

3 sessions

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Woodblock Printmaking

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn how to create beautiful prints using contemporary and traditional woodblock printmaking methods. Class 1: Basics - Start with a 5x5"" block which I will prep. Take people outside to sketch straight onto the block. Teach people how to use the tools, line making, how to use both white and black lines with a block. More or less get comfortable with the medium. Give a basic tutorial on how to ink and print a block. Class 2: Different techniques...

(13) All levels 16 - 18 years old
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$195

6 sessions

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Monotype Printmaking

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Explore the techniques of monotype: applying paint and printing ink directly onto a plexiglass surface and passing it through an etching press. Allowing only one print, monotype is not intended for production but rather for the expressive and painterly effects that cannot be achieved by other printmaking. Brayers, paint brushes, drawing tools and paper will be used to apply ink and also to mask areas. Teens 16 and over welcome. Black, Yellow,...

(13) Beginner 16 and older
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$165

5 sessions

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Drypoint Etching

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn this beginner-friendly intaglio printmaking technique without using acids. Drypoint etching is ideal for those who enjoy expressive drawings and mark-making. We will use clear acrylic plates for your designs, and artwork on those plates will easily be transferred to paper using the center's etching press.  Students will also be shown how to ink and wipe carefully to produce these unique velvety prints.  This versatile method of...

(13) Beginner 12 and older
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$175

3 sessions

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Linoleum Block Printmaking

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Get started with linocut printmaking and learn techniques of carving and printing. We will begin designing our linocuts with a strong and tight drawing to get the best possible print. We will look at historical block printing such as posters and tarot cards for inspiration. Materials fee of $35 due to instructor day of.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$100

2 sessions

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Intro to Printmaking

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Join us for this introductory class on printmaking using the center’s etching press! Over four classes, students of all levels will have the opportunity to create their own monoprints and linoleum block prints by learning the technique behind each process.  Students will also be given time to experiment on their own and combine what they have learned in the class into a culminating print. Class #1— intro ppt, studio etiquette, and monoprinting...

(13) All levels 12 and older
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$140

4 sessions

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Print It, Patch It

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Create a custom stamp design and print your own patches. Express yourself and embrace the power of the multiple- what printmaking is all about! Fabric patches are a great way to make a unique statement on clothing, backpacks, hats and more. We will cover design, stamp carving, fabric selection, and printing techniques. Leave class with approximately 10 patches and the materials to make more!  Required supplies for this program: $25 due to...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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