Taught by

Emily Adams

printmaking

In this introductory course, students will gain hands-on experience and technical skills by creating a body of print editions. Students will be exposed to the history of serigraphy (screen-printing) as well as current contemporary art applications through presentations, lectures, and discussion. Assignments will focus on technical aspects of the process learning a variety of techniques including rubylith, drawing fluid with screen filler, and photo-emulsion. In addition to the print work, the student will be responsible for completing readings, a midterm paper, concept drawings and lab notes. Students will present and participate in regular group critique to expand their critical observational skills and visual literacy.

This offering will prepare you for careers and advanced study in:

Fine Art, Animation, Illustration, Graphic Design

Credits per quarter

Fields of study: 

• visual arts

Prerequisites:

No Prerequisites

Online learning:

• Enhanced Online Learning - This offering requires access to web-based tools, but use of these tools does not displace any face-to-face instruction.

Special expenses:

Students are expected to purchase materials such as a sketchbook for lab notes and fine art printmaking paper. Depending on the individual scale and scope of each assignment, students should expect to spend between $30.00-$50.00. These items are available in the Greener Bookstore and the Printmaking Supply Store located in the classroom.

Class Standing: Sophomore–Senior
Class Size: 20

Scheduled for: Evening

Final schedule and room assignments:

• Spring

First meeting:

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 - 6:00 pm

LAB 2 2225 - Intaglio

Located in: Olympia