Printmaking

A concentration in Printmaking offers both the complete range of traditional media and methods as well as recent approaches exploring new technologies. Housed in four separate studios, plus a darkroom and a paper making lab, printmaking is able to offer highly specialized modern facilities. The addition of new presses and intaglio have enhanced students' ability to work with any media or approach they choose.

Students in printmaking gain an understanding in the fundamentals of and opportunities for creative expression in print media, developing an awareness of the traditions and history of printmaking media and techniques, and the mechanics of creating multiple editions.

Career opportunities

Independent printmaker/artist
Printmaking professor/instructor
Printmaking technician
Professional printer for fine arts or commercial print shops
Master printer for artists

Facilities

Small classes enable students to receive personal attention and feedback. Students are often assigned semi-private spaces to be used as their studio. In addition, an exhibition area adjacent to the printmaking studios features displays of student work.

Intaglio Studio

33"" Takach Motorized Etching Press
39"" Takach Etching Press
25"" Takach Etching Press
Separate ventilated acid room zinc, copper, photo-polymer, aqua plate nitric, mordant, ferric chlorine etchants