Pressure Printing: An Experimental Letterpress Process
Description:
Pressure printing is a fun and approachable way to use a letterpress with out the fear of smashing lead type. By combining a low-relief collages with a simple press, artists can make textural images reminiscent of rubbings and collagraphs. The final prints can beautiful on their own or used as monoprinted backgrounds. No experience is needed to jump in, get your hands dirty, and get to use our press.
Pressure printing is a fun and approachable way to use a letterpress with out the fear of smashing lead type. By combining a low-relief collages with a simple press, artists can make textural images reminiscent of rubbings and collagraphs. The final prints can beautiful on their own or used as monoprinted backgrounds. No experience is needed to jump in, get your hands dirty, and get to use our press.
Meets 1 time from 6:30-9:00pm on 05/02/2012 with Ryan Basile | Spaces available: 0 | Price: $10, if able
