Thursdays: January 22 & 29; 6–9pm CT
Letterpress 3: Two-Color Prints focuses on printing multiple layers and building printers’ confidence using Vandercook presses through practice
Printing more than one layer involves printing the same piece of paper multiple times with unique forms (raised type or image) and ink colors for each layer. Careful registration to make each layer align as designed requires planning and troubleshooting.
In this in-person workshop, learn how to choose colors and mix ink as well as techniques for adjusting color on the press to create unique effects. Participants will also be introduced to MCBA’s larger Vandercooks, the 219 and Uni 3, which have the capacity to print larger forms and can be more comfortable for taller printers. Procedures for maintaining a community print studio will be reviewed in addition to basic press operation, care, and safety.
After participating in this workshop, return to MCBA for Letterpress Labs to continue building skills and confidence while working on your own projects! Participation in Letterpress 4: Guided Projects is required in order to rent equipment to work independently in MCBA’s print studio.
Level: Intermediate. Experience is required. To register for this workshop, participants must have taken Letterpress 2: Setting Type and Letterpress 1: Printing Basics (or any other introductory letterpress workshop).
Certificate: 6 hours, Category B
Pricing
$147 | $74 Scholarship | $221 Pay-It-Forward
$15 materials fee
Scholarships are available for individuals facing adversity as it relates to identity, income/wealth, and lack of access to arts resources. The Pay-It-Forward rate (tuition, plus 50%) supports MCBA’s efforts to make scholarships available. We leave it to you to choose the rate that is meaningful to you based on your income, wealth, and privilege status. MCBA members receive a 10% discount on tuition.
