Printmaking & Mixed Media

While our printmaking studio is exceptionally well-equipped to produce traditional art prints, it is also nationally known for innovations in non-toxic printmaking. We also incorporate innovative mixed-media techniques into many classes.

Materials List

Classes not listed here will either have required materials in the class description, discuss needed materials during the first class, or the materials will be supplied.

Class details (meeting times, tuition, etc.) are listed below.

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Printmaking Class Notes

Studio Note: Students who are currently registered for an on-campus printmaking or mixed-media class will be allowed open studio access. Open Studio times will be discussed in class.

Registration Information - Summer 2023

Classes are open-enrollment to the community. Class registration is a simple process. Read 'How to Register' below to get started. Click here to view all registration policies and guidelines, including information on payments, class withdraws and cancellations, refunds, and more.


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Class Catalog

Registration - Friends

Registration is closed. To become a Friend, view benefit levels or sign-up to receive notification.

Opens April 11

8:00am

Registration - Community

Registration is closed. Fill out the sign-up form to recieve notification when registration opens.

Opens April 18

8:00am

Printmaking Classes - Summer 2023


Course Description

Explore non-toxic printmaking methods with focus on areas of greatest individual interest. Class instruction will include producing the plate or matrix, printing, and editioning. Beginning level students will try various types of printmaking—relief, monotype, collagraph, and etching. Intermediate-level students will have the opportunity to explore more advanced projects in etching, relief, and collagraph. A materials list will be provided at the first class.

Instructor

Enrique Martinez

Dates

Tue, May 30 – Aug 1 (No class Jul 4) | 6:00 – 9:00pm

Location

Flohr Print & Droste Design Studio | Santikos Building

Sessions

9

Tuition - Regular

$310

Tuition - Friends

$295


Course Description

Screen printing, also called silkscreen and serigraphy, is a versatile way to create images using a variety of stencils attached to a fine mesh screen. Stencils can be made from cut materials, fluid materials painted directly onto the screen, or produced photographically on the screen with a light sensitive emulsion. This class will include introductory instruction as well as some advanced techniques focusing on the breadth of methods and techniques used to generate printed images. Materials will be discussed the first class; see website for a listing. No previous printmaking experience required, but some art and drawing experience helpful.

Instructor

Lacey Mills

Dates

Wed, Jun 7 – Aug 2 | 6:30 – 9:30pm

Location

Droste Design Studio | Santikos Building

Sessions

9

Tuition - Regular

$305

Tuition - Friends

$290


Course Description

This course will introduce students to the graphic aspect of relief printing with linoleum block. This technique is ideal for printing in a home studio without a press. Learn how to translate an image to a block, carve images by hand using traditional carving tools, apply water-based ink with rollers, and print by hand. Examples of relief prints will also be shown as well as methods for print registration, proofing, and editioning. See website for materials list, please bring image/source materials for inspiration and a bag lunch.

Instructor

Wendell Fuqua

Dates

Fri-Sun, Jun 9-11 | 10:00am - 4:00pm

Location

Flohr Print Studio | Santikos Building

Sessions

3

Tuition - Regular

$245

Tuition - Friends

$230


Course Description

Discover the basics of letterpress printing while creating mini-posters and broadsides. In this two-day workshop, learn to set wood and metal type, mix ink, and work on the Vandercook cylinder press. Students will be able to design their own project, print take-home pieces for themselves, as well as contribute to a collaborative print swap. This is an excellent workshops for those interested in trying letterpress printing in a hands-on setting. No prior printing experience is required. Equipment and ink provided. Please wear closed-toed shoes, see website for a materials list.

Instructor

Michael Simons

Dates

Sat & Sun, May 13 & 21 | 9:00am – 5:00pm

Location

Book Arts Studio | Santikos Building

Sessions

2

Tuition - Regular

$210

Tuition - Friends

$195


Course Description

Studio Rental provides shared studio work time to those experienced in printmaking or papermaking. Renters must have a good understanding of the print/paper equipment and studio protocol; no materials or instruction will be available during this time; renters must supply their own inks, pigments, paper, and linters. Prerequisite: Individuals must email Lacey Mills at lacey.mills@utsa.edu for approval prior to registering and must have successfully completed several printmaking or papermaking classes.

Instructor

Lacey Mills

Flohr Print Studio

Jun 2 - Aug 6

Fri, 9:00am – 4:00pm | Sat & Sun 11:00am – 4:00pm.

Letterpress and Paper Studio

Jun 2 - Aug 6

Days and times to be arranged

Tuition - Regular

$295

Tuition - Friends

$280

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