This two-day workshop introduces oil-based monotype printmaking through hands-on exploration of paints, inks, pastels, mark-making tools, printing techniques, and paper types.

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Jan 9th

10am–2pm ET

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Painterly Aquatint Techniques

Lower East Side Printshop

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Explore the expressive potential of aquatint techniques, including spit bite, white ground, and sugarlift, to create rich tones and unique textures. Through detailed demonstrations and hands-on practice, gain the skills to craft distinctive prints with a variety of effects, building on your foundational intaglio experience.

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16 and older
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306 W 37th St, New York, NY
9 hours over 3 sessions

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This course guides students through the exciting possibilities of aquatint techniques: spit bite, white(soap) ground, and sugarlift. Through step-by-step demos and hands-on practice, participants will learn how to create rich tones, varied textures, and expressive effects with these methods. The class begins with the basics of plate preparation, including how to use an aquatint box, hotplate and masking. By the end of the course, students will have expanded skills in aquatint techniques and gained hands-on practice to produce distinctive, expressive prints. This class is recommended for students with introductory intaglio experience.

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Cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance of the class will be honored with a full refund. Students who cancel less than 48 hours prior to the start time of the class will receive a credit towards a future class.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Lower East Side Printshop

Founded in 1968, Lower East Side Printshop is a nonprofit printmaking studio in New York City that supports contemporary artists by providing access to state-of-the-art facilities, technical expertise, and career development opportunities. Through residencies, exhibitions, and educational programs, it fosters a vibrant community for artists to create, learn, and connect.

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