This class is a unique pairing of two very different, but very versatile printmaking techniques. The focus will be on collagraphy, making creative handmade print plates using found objects, and pochoir, handcrafting reusable stencils, for use in a variety of printmaking applications both on and off the press.

Collagraphy, is a printmaking process in which materials are glued or sealed to a rigid substrate to create handmade print plates. You will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of found objects, repurposing numerous materials into infinitely-creative designs and motifs. The plates will then be printed on the press, via a wet-paper method, which helps to highlight the unique textures and values achieved via the varied materials of both low and high relief plates.

Pochoir is the French word for stencil. Stencils, in their most basic form as pigment-resisting materials, are one of the earliest known forms of printmaking and artmaking in general (think: prints of hands-on cave walls done with blown earth pigments). In the pre-digital days of illustration & design, stencils were used to achieve rich colors and patterns, and are still a viable means of art creation for many applications. In this class, we will delve into the creation of handmade stencils from a variety of materials, and learn unique ways to apply them to your art repertoire, both as a printmaking device and for use in and with other media. REGISTER HERE!

This class is a unique pairing of two very different, but very versatile printmaking techniques. The focus will be on collagraphy, making creative handmade print plates using found objects, and pochoir, handcrafting reusable stencils, for use in a variety of printmaking applications both on and off the press.

Collagraphy, is a printmaking process in which materials are glued or sealed to a rigid substrate to create handmade print plates. You will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of found objects, repurposing numerous materials into infinitely-creative designs and motifs. The plates will then be printed on the press, via a wet-paper method, which helps to highlight the unique textures and values achieved via the varied materials of both low and high relief plates.

Pochoir is the French word for stencil. Stencils, in their most basic form as pigment-resisting materials, are one of the earliest known forms of printmaking and artmaking in general (think: prints of hands-on cave walls done with blown earth pigments). In the pre-digital days of illustration & design, stencils were used to achieve rich colors and patterns, and are still a viable means of art creation for many applications. In this class, we will delve into the creation of handmade stencils from a variety of materials, and learn unique ways to apply them to your art repertoire, both as a printmaking device and for use in and with other media. REGISTER HERE!

This 3-day workshop is a unique pairing of two very different, but very versatile printmaking techniques. The focus will be on collagraphy, making creative handmade print plates using found objects, and pochoir, handcrafting reusable stencils, for use in a variety of printmaking applications both on and off the press.

Collagraphy, is a printmaking process in which materials are glued or sealed to a rigid substrate to create handmade print plates. You will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of found objects, repurposing numerous materials into infinitely-creative designs and motifs. The plates will then be printed on the press, via a wet-paper method, which helps to highlight the unique textures and values achieved via the varied materials of both low and high relief plates.

Pochoir is the French word for stencil. Stencils, in their most basic form as pigment-resisting materials, are one of the earliest known forms of printmaking and artmaking in general (think: prints of hands-on cave walls done with blown earth pigments). In the pre-digital days of illustration & design, stencils were used to achieve rich colors and patterns, and are still a viable means of art creation for many applications. In this class, we will delve into the creation of handmade stencils from a variety of materials, and learn unique ways to apply them to your art repertoire, both as a printmaking device and for use in and with other media. REGISTER HERE!

In this 5-day comprehensive printmaking bootcamp, you will learn a variety of printmaking techniques using Townsend’s own printing press, in addition to press-free printing. We will be exploring both modern and traditional techniques such as: botanical printing, collagraphy, linoleum relief, cyanotype, and more. You will learn whole processes from idea generation to plate-making, to ink application, and printing with both wet and dry paper methods. The possibilities are virtually endless! First-time printers and experienced artists are all welcome. All materials are included, except for specialty print paper, which can be purchased through the art store at Townsend Atelier. REGISTER HERE!

In this 5-day comprehensive printmaking bootcamp, you will learn a variety of printmaking techniques using Townsend’s own printing press, in addition to press-free printing. We will be exploring both modern and traditional techniques such as: botanical printing, collagraphy, linoleum relief, cyanotype, and more. You will learn whole processes from idea generation to plate-making, to ink application, and printing with both wet and dry paper methods. The possibilities are virtually endless! First-time printers and experienced artists are all welcome. All materials are included, except for specialty print paper, which can be purchased through the art store at Townsend Atelier. REGISTER HERE!

In this 5-day comprehensive printmaking bootcamp, you will learn a variety of printmaking techniques using Townsend’s own printing press, in addition to press-free printing. We will be exploring both modern and traditional techniques such as: botanical printing, collagraphy, linoleum relief, cyanotype, and more. You will learn whole processes from idea generation to plate-making, to ink application, and printing with both wet and dry paper methods. The possibilities are virtually endless! First-time printers and experienced artists are all welcome. All materials are included, except for specialty print paper, which can be purchased through the art store at Townsend Atelier. REGISTER HERE!

In this 5-day comprehensive printmaking bootcamp, you will learn a variety of printmaking techniques using Townsend’s own printing press, in addition to press-free printing. We will be exploring both modern and traditional techniques such as: botanical printing, collagraphy, linoleum relief, cyanotype, and more. You will learn whole processes from idea generation to plate-making, to ink application, and printing with both wet and dry paper methods. The possibilities are virtually endless! First-time printers and experienced artists are all welcome. All materials are included, except for specialty print paper, which can be purchased through the art store at Townsend Atelier. REGISTER HERE!

In this 5-day comprehensive printmaking bootcamp, you will learn a variety of printmaking techniques using Townsend’s own printing press, in addition to press-free printing. We will be exploring both modern and traditional techniques such as: botanical printing, collagraphy, linoleum relief, cyanotype, and more. You will learn whole processes from idea generation to plate-making, to ink application, and printing with both wet and dry paper methods. The possibilities are virtually endless! First-time printers and experienced artists are all welcome. All materials are included, except for specialty print paper, which can be purchased through the art store at Townsend Atelier. REGISTER HERE!

This class will be a deep dive into all things gel plate! Gel plates are extremely versatile and reusable printmaking substrates that can be used without the need for a press and are compatible with a variety of art mediums. You will learn how to make your own homemade gel plates & also use manufactured ones to explore a variety of fun experiments and applications. We will delve into printed and drawn image transfer, creating textural layers for collage applications, and making monoprints with handmade stencils, organic materials, found objects, etc., using a variety of different media. You will also learn best practices for cleaning, storage, and care of your plates.

There will be a class materials kit for this class, which will include a manufactured gel plate that you will take home, materials for the additional plate that you make in class, and acrylic sheets for plate storage. REGISTER HERE!

This class will be a deep dive into all things gel plate! Gel plates are extremely versatile and reusable printmaking substrates that can be used without the need for a press and are compatible with a variety of art mediums. You will learn how to make your own homemade gel plates & also use manufactured ones to explore a variety of fun experiments and applications. We will delve into printed and drawn image transfer, creating textural layers for collage applications, and making monoprints with handmade stencils, organic materials, found objects, etc., using a variety of different media. You will also learn best practices for cleaning, storage, and care of your plates.

There will be a class materials kit for this class, which will include a manufactured gel plate that you will take home, materials for the additional plate that you make in class, and acrylic sheets for plate storage. REGISTER HERE!

This class will be a deep dive into all things gel plate! Gel plates are extremely versatile and reusable printmaking substrates that can be used without the need for a press and are compatible with a variety of art mediums. You will learn how to make your own homemade gel plates & also use manufactured ones to explore a variety of fun experiments and applications. We will delve into printed and drawn image transfer, creating textural layers for collage applications, and making monoprints with handmade stencils, organic materials, found objects, etc., using a variety of different media. You will also learn best practices for cleaning, storage, and care of your plates.

There will be a class materials kit for this class, which will include a manufactured gel plate that you will take home, materials for the additional plate that you make in class, and acrylic sheets for plate storage. REGISTER HERE!

This began as a multi-session class: Faces, Features & Figuration (6 consecutive Tuesdays, beginning on February 20, 2024), but you can now sign up for individual sessions. This class will focus on developing emotion & drama with gradation using controlled lighting: combining a sense of “real life” light & shadow with creative choice. We will be working with facial drawing techniques and explore how to translate those into more realistic portrait drawings. We will dive into the basics of facial proportion, facial feature placement and composition and tackle tricks to better “set” the features into a face. Developing mood and emotion will also be introduced. Follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-drawing-faces-light-and-shadows-in-person-class-tickets-850074133617?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

🔍In this 3-session class (consecutive Wednesdays), we will explore the development of texture and value through different types of mark-making via two different printmaking techniques using acrylic printing plates and wetted paper, run through the printing press. One method we will use is dry point intaglio, employing pointed etching tools to “draw” a fixed image design from which a small edition of prints will be made. The other method will focus on exploring more painterly and gestural marks done with a brush and other tools on an open plate, to create various singular-edition monotypes. All materials will be provided. If students wish to purchase extra paper, they may do so at Townsend Atelier’s on-site store. Register Here: https://townsendatelier.com/product/plastic-possibilities-printing-intaglio-monotype-on-plexi/

This began as a multi-session class: Faces, Features & Figuration (6 consecutive Tuesdays, beginning on February 20, 2024), but you can now sign up for individual sessions. This class will focus on practicing a variety of additive and subtractive methods of value application to create more realistic textures and a sense of three-dimensionality. We will be working with facial drawing techniques and explore how to translate those into more realistic portrait drawings. We will dive into the basics of facial proportion, facial feature placement and composition and tackle tricks to better “set” the features into a face. Developing mood and emotion will also be introduced. Follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-drawing-faces-creating-realistic-textures-in-person-tickets-850072759507?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

In this 3-session class (consecutive Wednesdays), we will explore the development of texture and value through different types of mark-making via two different printmaking techniques using acrylic printing plates and wetted paper, run through the printing press. One method we will use is dry point intaglio, employing pointed etching tools to “draw” a fixed image design from which a small edition of prints will be made. The other method will focus on exploring more painterly and gestural marks done with a brush and other tools on an open plate, to create various singular-edition monotypes. All materials will be provided. If students wish to purchase extra paper, they may do so at Townsend Atelier’s on-site store. Register Here: https://townsendatelier.com/product/plastic-possibilities-printing-intaglio-monotype-on-plexi/

This began as a multi-session class: Faces, Features & Figuration (6 consecutive Tuesdays, beginning on February 20, 2024), but you can now sign up for individual sessions. This class will focus on honing in on the shapes of your individual features and better develop your personal likeness through contour drawing. We will be working with facial drawing techniques and explore how to translate those into more realistic portrait drawings. We will dive into the basics of facial proportion, facial feature placement and composition and tackle tricks to better “set” the features into a face. Developing mood and emotion will also be introduced. Follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-drawing-faces-focusing-on-the-features-in-person-tickets-850072278067?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

In this 3-session class (consecutive Wednesdays), we will explore the development of texture and value through different types of mark-making via two different printmaking techniques using acrylic printing plates and wetted paper, run through the printing press. One method we will use is dry point intaglio, employing pointed etching tools to “draw” a fixed image design from which a small edition of prints will be made. The other method will focus on exploring more painterly and gestural marks done with a brush and other tools on an open plate, to create various singular-edition monotypes. All materials will be provided. If students wish to purchase extra paper, they may do so at Townsend Atelier’s on-site store. Register Here: https://townsendatelier.com/product/plastic-possibilities-printing-intaglio-monotype-on-plexi/

This began as a multi-session course: Faces, Features & Figuration (6 consecutive Tuesdays, beginning on February 20, 2024), but you can now sign up for individual sessions. This class will focus on the self-portrait, working from your mirror-image to map your own facial features. We will be working with facial drawing techniques and explore how to translate those into more realistic portrait drawings. We will dive into the basics of facial proportion, facial feature placement and composition and tackle tricks to better “set” the features into a face. Developing mood and emotion will also be introduced. Follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-drawing-faces-the-self-portrait-in-person-class-tickets-850071636147?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

This began as a multi-session course: Faces, Features & Figuration (6 consecutive Tuesdays, beginning on February 20, 2024), but you can now sign up for individual sessions. This class will focus on learning proper proportions and placement of features. We will be working with facial drawing techniques and explore how to translate those into more realistic portrait drawings. We will dive into the basics of facial proportion, facial feature placement and composition and tackle tricks to better “set” the features into a face. Developing mood and emotion will also be introduced. Follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-drawing-faces-mapping-the-face-in-person-class-tickets-850014214397?utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=email&utm_content=follow_notification&utm_campaign=following_published_event&utm_term=Introduction+to+Drawing+Faces%3A+Mapping+the+Face+-+IN-PERSON+CLASS&aff=ebemoffollowpublishemail&utm_experiment=follow_template.B

IN-PERSON CLASS @ THE CHATTERY, IN CHATTANOOGA, TN. LINK TO REGISTER In this one-time workshop, you will be guided through a fun & user-friendly artmaking technique that dates back to the 1800s and relates to both photography and printmaking!

Using the power of the sun, water, chemistry and a few other items, you will have the opportunity to create unique one-of-a-kind vibrant blue artworks on paper and/or fabric. We will experiment with creative compositions from both found materials and your own cut-paper designs.

All materials will be provided, but participants should think about bringing a variety of found items from home to help elevate the possibilities! (Materials that are flat or nearly flat are easiest to use, but slightly 3D items can also be used. All items can be transparent or opaque. but results are more effective & interesting if they are somewhat transparent or are composed of positive and negative spaces, shapes, and/or patterns.)