Introduction to Pattern and Printmaking Course

Come work at the Arts Print Lab of Cornish College in Seattle!


Cornish+
Cornish+
1k

8 x 3 hours Class size 8 to 12 guests     $648


Seattle
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Craft
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Textiles
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Screen Printing
Discover the art of printmaking and pattern design in this interactive workshop in Seattle!
This eight week course will introduce design strategies for creating patterns and then realize those patterns in a variety of print media. Printmaking methods covered in this course include linoleum relief, monoprint, and screen print.
This course will cover:
  • Introduction to methods such as relief printing, intaglio, lithography, and screen printing.
  • Fundamentals of designing repeating patterns and motifs.
  • Techniques for carving and printing with linoleum or wood blocks.
  • Creating and applying stencils for pattern development and printing.
  • Understanding color relationships and applying them in printmaking.
  • Techniques for layering multiple colors and ensuring precise alignment in prints.
  • Exploring unconventional materials and methods to create unique patterns and prints.
  • Preparing different surfaces for printing, such as paper, fabric, and other materials.
  • Developing ideas and concepts for pattern and print projects.
  • Engaging in peer critique and refining techniques based on feedback.
By the end of the course, you'll not only have acquired essential printmaking techniques but also have a collection of beautifully crafted prints to take home.

Knowledge required
Beginner friendly!
 
What you'll get
A variety of completed prints to take home.
 
Session repeats

This class series runs over 8 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for
Location

Cornish College of the Arts - 1000 Lenora Street, Seattle, WA

Free night (after 4pm) and weekend parking. Bus and light rail close by.

Introduction to Pattern and Printmaking Course location
Your teacher

Cornish+
Cornish+

1k

As one of the few performing and visual arts colleges in the US, Cornish College of the Arts has been a cornerstone of interdisciplinary collaboration. A hub for artists of all disciplines, Cornish is a lab for creativity and transformation, where students are empowered to become artists, citizens, and innovators. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of Cornish's culture; everyone and everybody is welcome.
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2024-11-29 15:00:00
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