This class is part of the “Kitchen Printshop Series” where we will explore ways to make printmaking more attainable for those without access to a studio or specialist tools. Printmaking is so versatile you can make plates from cardboard packaging, tetrapak cartons, and clear plastic clamshell produce boxes. Make art, not waste! We’ll explore various plate materials and how to make marks with simple tools like craft knives. We’ll look at how to ink and wipe those plates with proper technique. Students will learn how to pull their prints on both an etching press and on a pasta maker (how fun is that!?). Studio etiquette, protocols, and best practices will be introduced throughout. Participants will leave with an appreciation of the fun and versatility of intaglio printmaking and an edition of small prints perfectly sized to fit into the Double Diamond Portfolio! (See https://gbartscentre.thundertix.com/events/264638 )

YOUR INSTRUCTORS Leah Springate. Leah is a printmaker and book designer now living in Owen Sound. After a 20-year career designing books at Penguin Random House Canada, she left to focus on producing her own work as co-proprietor of Mammoth Hall Press, a private printmaking and design studio. She has worked in many printmaking media including linocut, etching and drypoint, screen-printing, cyanotype, and letterpress. Her work is held internationally in public and private collections. Paul Hunter is an artist, writer, and printmaker. He graduated with honours from the Ontario College of Art in Printmaking and Book Arts. He is also co-proprietor of Mammoth Hall Press which he started in 1990 with his wife, the artist and designer, Leah Springate. Their private presses’ prints and hand-made books have been exhibited across Canada and Japan. In 2021 they moved from Toronto and now make their home in Owen Sound, Ontario.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Wear; closed toe shoes & work clothes to get dirty in Suitable for all levels. Wheelchair accessible Bring readers for working small