COURSES – What is printmaking ?
Non-toxic Fine Art Printmaking courses offered by VIA-art in Iceland
VIA-art offers courses in fine art printmaking on a regular basis with emphasis on non-toxic and sustainable methods in the field. The printmaking courses are for the duration of 1 – 3 days and take place in Reykjavik, Iceland. Participants learn about the diversity of the printmaking medium and have a chance to experiment with basic printmaking techniques.
No knowledge of fine art or printmaking is needed to take the courses as the they are directed at both beginners and those who would like to refresh their knowledge of printmaking.
Next course: 16. – 17. November, 2024
Level: Basic course – beginners
Do you want to learn about fine art printmaking and how prints are created?
This weekend course will cover the main aspects of printmaking, what is meant by fine art printmaking and what are the various printmaking methods. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the medium by carrying out simple printmaking projects using techniques such as monotype, dry point, and linoleum- /woodcuts.
During the course emphasis will be on using environmentally and health-friendly methods and materials. This is a basic course aimed at individuals who have not worked with the medium before or would like to refresh their knowledge.
The course is a good base for continued courses in printmaking.
Materials. All basic printmaking materials are included in the price, such as printmaking inks, paper, printing plates and cleaning materials. Students will be able to buy extra paper etc. during the course. A list of other necessary materials will be sent to participants.
Number of participants: 4 – 8
When: 16 .– 17. November, 10:00 – 17:30
Where: The Icelandic Printmakers’ Association Print Workshop, Reykjavik (www.islenskgrafik.is)
Price: ISK. 60.000.-
A registration fee of ISK 12.000 (20%) needs to be paid at registration and the rest on 9 November 2024, one week before the course begins.
If there are not enough participants (minimum 4) the course fee will be refunded in full.
Instructor: Valgerður Hauksdóttir
(www.hauksdottir.is / www.via-art.com)
Registration for course – WHAT IS PRINTMAKING? Here
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