Service Description

Date & Time: November 2, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Instructor: Ashley Gaboury Level: Beginners - Intermediates Location: 7160 Fisher St SE, Calgary (Swinton's Art Supplies) Teens & Adults welcome! Explore the magic of Printmaking! Relief printmaking is the oldest and one of the most accessible types of printmaking. It is a type of art that utilizes the ability to create multiple copies of a unique design. During this workshop participants will create their own prints as Ashley Gaboury leads them through the basic steps of carving, inking, and registering prints. They will learn take-home techniques for both relief printmaking and creating monotypes. Students are encouraged to bring 4”x 6” printed images or drawings they’d like to print. We will be using Speedy-Carve blocks and water-based media. Some supplies are included. Teens and adults are welcome. Beginners welcome. Some supplies are Included! Included: Studio tools Sample papers Paints and additional supplies Supply List: o Printmaking paper sheets (ask Swinton’s staff) – qty 3 – 11”x 14” Class prep: each 11”x 14” sheet needs to be cut into 4 - 5.5”x 7” rectangles (12 total) o Palette paper pad – 9”x 12” o Speedy Carve - 2 small blocks approx. 4" x 6" Students can cut 1 larger block into approx. 4”x 6” blocks if needed.

Cancellation Policy

To cancel please contact us at least 1 week in advance. To cancel out-of-town events please contact us 3 weeks in advance.

Contact Details

• Swinton's Art Supplies, Fisher Street Southeast, Calgary, AB, Canada

  4032583500

  info@swintonsart.com