APS schedules an ongoing rotation of classes and workshops, covering a variety of printmaking topics. Unless specified otherwise, classes are held at the APS studio. Class sizes are kept small in order to provide the best working environment, so register early to secure your place. For more information, contact Kathy Garrou, Executive Director

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UPCOMING:
(SEPT. CLASSES TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON)
 
Solar Plate Workshop - NEW DATE
Saturday, August 28, 2010, 10am-4pm
taught by Constance Falconer
$90 APS members / $100 non-members 

Learn a non-toxic etching technique. Solarplate etching is a recent alternative etching process that uses sunlight or intense artificial light and water instead of the traditional acids and grounds. Constance Falconer, local accomplished printmaker, will demonstrate this innovative approach that is spontaneous and easy, yet produces quality results. Solarplates consist of a ultra violet light sensitized polymer covering a steel backing which can be exposed to various styles of images. Both sun and light box exposures processes will be taught. Once the plates are prepared and developed in water, they may be used for traditional intaglio or relief printing.
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CLASSES IN SESSION:

•BOOKBINDING II
•LETTERPRESS CLASS (AFTERNOON)
•LETTERPRESS CLASS (EVENING)
•POLY PLATE/PAPER LITHO
•MONOTYPE CLASS



BOOKBINDING II: Advanced Techniques
(8 week class)
Sundays, May 16 – July 11*, 2010, 4:30-7:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor: Sara Hindmarch
Are you a book binder looking for new ways to create and embellish books? Explore bookmaking beyond the basics and learn a variety of beautiful exposed spine stitched bindings. Bindings taught in this class will include: Coptic, 4-Needle Coptic, Secret Belgian, Long Stitch and Sewn over Cords. We will also experiment with different methods of constructing and embellishing covers, including using found materials and adding frames, embossed designs and clasps to covers.
     This bookbinding class will be taught by Atlanta-based artist Sara Hindmarch, who will guide students throughout the bookbinding process. This is an advanced class suitable for intermediate binders looking to expand skills and adapt new techniques. Students should have some knowledge of bookbinding and be comfortable measuring, cutting and assembling book components. A supply list will be sent to all participants prior to the first class.
*There will be no class on Sunday, July 4, 2010..



LETTERPRESS I - Afternoon
(8 week class)
Mondays, May 17 – July 12*, 2010, 1:30-4:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor: Margot Ecke
Letterpress is the traditional method of pressing inked words and images, cast in metal or polymer, or cut from wood, directly into paper. The letter forms leave their mark, adding a unique and sensuous texture to the page.
    In this class you will learn the basics of letterpress printing – composing type, mixing ink, press set-up  and printing on  the Chandler & Price Platen and Vandercook presses. The class will start with a group project after which students will design and print their own small project such as a postcard, greeting card, business card, or broadside. Ink is provided by the studio, students will supply their own paper or cards. The class will be taught by Margot Ecke, who received her M.F.A. from the Rhode Island School of Design and her B.F.A. from Cornell University, as well as, the Professional Printing Certificate from the Tamarind Institute at the University of New Mexico and her Certificate in Bookbinding at the North Bennett Street School in Boston. Her artists’ books are shown internationally and her work is in the collections at the Getty, the New York Public Library, and the RISD Artists’ Book Collection, among others.
    Enrollment is now limited to 6 students in order for everyone to have ample time using the presses. This class fills up quickly so mail your registration/payment early in order to hold your place.
*There will be no class on Monday, July 5, 2010.



LETTERPRESS I - Evening
(8 week class)
Mondays, May 17 – July 12*, 2010, 6:30-9:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor: Margot Ecke
Letterpress is the traditional method of pressing inked words and images, cast in metal or polymer, or cut from wood, directly into paper. The letter forms leave their mark, adding a unique and sensuous texture to the page.
    In this class you will learn the basics of letterpress printing – composing type, mixing ink, press set-up  and printing on  the Chandler & Price Platen and Vandercook presses. The class will start with a group project after which students will design and print their own small project such as a postcard, greeting card, business card, or broadside. Ink is provided by the studio, students will supply their own paper or cards. The class will be taught by Margot Ecke, who received her M.F.A. from the Rhode Island School of Design and her B.F.A. from Cornell University, as well as, the Professional Printing Certificate from the Tamarind Institute at the University of New Mexico and her Certificate in Bookbinding at the North Bennett Street School in Boston. Her artists’ books are shown internationally and her work is in the collections at the Getty, the New York Public Library, and the RISD Artists’ Book Collection, among others.
    Enrollment is now limited to 6 students in order for everyone to have ample time using the presses. This class fills up quickly so mail your registration/payment early in order to hold your place.
*There will be no class on Monday, July 5, 2010.
CLASS IS FULL.


POLYESTER PLATE & PAPER LITHOGRAPHY
(8 week class)
Tuesdays, May 18 – July 6, 2010, 6:30-9:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor: Joe Tsambiras
Learn two printmaking processes to print hand drawn and photocopied/laserprint images onto fine art papers. These techniques work well using original artwork as well as found images as source material. Photographic images can also be printed beautifully using this form of printmaking. Throughout the course, we will also be exploring various techniques from printing multi-color images to printing from large-scale photocopies. Emphasis will be put on mastering these techniques as well as focusing on specific goals that individual students set out to accomplish. Students will be encouraged to experiment and create original prints throughout the class.
    Joe Tsambiras has an MFA from Georgia State University’s Ernest G. Welch School of Art and Design and exhibits his prints nationally. He is an avid printmaker who currently specializes in alternative lithography techniques and etchings.

MONOTYPE -Singular Prints
(8 week class)
Wednesdays, May 19 - July 7, 2010, 6:30-9:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor: Terri Dilling
    Monotype is a painterly form of printmaking that combines the spontaneity of painting with the distinct qualities of a print. This 8-week class will introduce newcomers to the medium and help experienced printmakers try out new methods. Students will leave the notion of a printed edition behind and create a variety of singular prints. You’ll be urged to explore different techniques and create layered prints in response to your own concepts.
    Monotypes will be created by drawing and painting on re-usable Plexiglas plates, employing a wide range of materials and techniques. Realistic and abstract effects can be achieved. Techniques to be covered include additive and subtractive monotypes, trace monotype, and stencils. The instructor will demonstrate using oil-based inks and also watercolor/watersoluable materials. You will also be introduced to using xeroxes for image transfers and as faux lithography plates. A supply list will be given to all participants prior to the first class.
    Terri Dilling is a painter and printmaker with a BFA from Georgia State University. Her primary printmaking mediums are monotype, screenprint and cyanotype. www.terridilling.com.