Printmaking Without a Press with Curt Labitzke (Online)

Schedule:  Jan 12, 19, 26, 2021; 
6pm - 8pm (PT); 7pm - 9pm (MT); 8pm - 10pm (CT); 9pm - 11pm (ET); 
Registration closes Tuesday, Dec 29, 2020 at 8:00pm (PT) to allow adequate time to mail kits

Study with University of Washington Printmaking Professor Curt Labitzke. This exciting new class is designed for anyone interested in learning a variety of printmaking processes at home without a press using non-toxic, water-based materials.

Long before the printing press was invented artists and craft peoples have used direct printmaking techniques to express themselves and embellish their surroundings. In your own space you will learn how to use stencils, relief printing, rubbings, and direct transfer methods along with hand coloring and collage to create your own individual artworks.

No previous print or drawing experience is necessary. Students will be provided with a basic supply kit. This class will incorporate synchronous, live learning. Emphasis will be placed upon personal artistic development along with learning traditional craft skills and innovative contemporary drawing and print techniques. By the end of the third session each student should have several finished pieces suitable for framing. Just in time for the holidays!

Location/Venue:  Online with BARN (Bainbridge Artisan Resource Network)
For more info & pictures: https://bainbridgebarn.wildapricot.org/event-4055444
Cost/Fee:  Member - $154/Guest - $190 (includes kit and shipping)
Material/Studio fee:  see above

Their workshop calendar:  https://classes.bainbridgebarn.org/Print-Book-Classes-&-Events

Instructor and bio:  Curt Labitzke is an associate professor of printmaking at the University of Washington. His work is represented at the Island Gallery on Bainbridge Island and La Bottega dell Acquaforte Gallery in Laguna Beach, California.  Curt's work was included in the group of Seattle Regional Printmakers shows at Roby King Gallery in 2013 and 2014.  He has shown in galleries internationally in Italy, France, Chile and Mexico. His instagram page.