Intaglio Sampler: Collagraph & Drypoint
Curious about intaglio printmaking and want to print on an etching press? Join us for a relaxed, four-hour open lab designed around experimentation, texture, and process.
Instead of a rigid, step-by-step project, this session gives you full access to our studio tools, simple plate-making materials, and etching press. You will have the freedom to explore at your own pace with an instructor on hand to demo techniques, help you troubleshoot, and guide you through the process.
$125
Date: Saturday, January 30, noon to 4pm
Location: CopyCat Community Print Studio, 3546 Michigan Ave (inside 27th Letter Books) - Please note: we are in the lower level of the building and there is no elevator, only stairs
Instructor: Melissa Dettloff
Community Guidelines: CopyCat is a space for respectful, inclusive learning and making. Harassment, discrimination, bigotry, misogyny, or behavior that makes others feel unsafe or unwelcome will not be tolerated. By registering for a workshop or class, you agree to these guidelines.
How the session will work:
Choose your own adventure: We will introduce both collagraph (building textured plates with dimensional collage) and drypoint (incising lines into plates like cardboard, tetrapak, plexiglass). Because four hours goes by fast, you likely won't have time to fully master both – plan to pick whichever technique sparks your interest most, or spend your time making quick test plates to see how each feels.
Process over perfection: There is no pressure to leave with a finished edition. Use this time to test tools, experiment with inking and wiping, and pulling prints.
Everything is provided: All basic plate materials, safe non-toxic inks, paper, tools, and press access are included.
Open to beginners and experienced printmakers alike who just want dedicated studio time to play!
No prior experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to experiment.
All materials provided, but feel free to bring your own materials and printmaking paper.
For ages 16 and older
STUDENT CANCELLATION POLICY:
Up to 1 week in advance: full refund, switch to a later class, or have a friend come in your place.
Up to 48 hrs: 50% refund, or send a friend in your place.
Less than 48 hrs before class: No refund, orsend a friend in your place.
CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY:
If the class is cancelled due to weather, instructor illness, or not meeting minimum enrollment, you can either receive a full refund, or switch to a later class.
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