Introduction to Relief Printmaking 4 Week Course Spring 2025

Ages:  14+
Date: Tuesdays 4/21 - 5/13
Time: 9:30am - 12pm
Cost: $100
Location: Rumriver Art Center (upstairs studio suite 201)
Being that we are located in a very old building, there are no elevators or escalators. The only way into the upstairs studio is to climb up 18 stairs. We are currently exploring options and funding to make this space more accessible for everyone.
Teacher: Madison Nelmark

This class is designed to introduce folks to the basics of relief printmaking! Students will be guided through the process of creating imagery, carving their block and running it through a printing press. At the end of the class students will have completed two different printmaking projects.

Students will be shown how to use a relief printing press but still have the option to print by hand. In addition to the basics of creating a relief print they will learn about traditional printmaking techniques, registration, prepping paper, and creating a matrix.

Please come to the first class with an image in mind, or drawn out, of what you would like to print. Simple forms/images will be best for your first project! Email madison@rumriverart.com with any questions!