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Temporary Art Review Interview

Regan Golden-McNerney from Temporary Art Review spent some time talking to Spudnik director, Angee Lennard. Ever wondered where the name Spudnik Press came from? Where we got started or what’s in store for the future? Check out an in-depth interview here to get all the secrets.

Spudnik Through the Eyes of an Intern

I’m Bianca, the new intern here at Spudnik Press this summer. There’s always tons going on here any day of the week and it’s been a blast so far! Here are some pictures to make you jealous and want to come have fun with us!

Spudnik Summer Drink & Draw: Surrealist Games

The theme of this month’s Drink & Draw was surrealist games. Everyone had a lot of fun collaborating and letting loose. No experience required!



The beautiful finished work. Not shown here is the terrible drawing my mom and I did. Bring you mom! She’ll love it.

The Adventure School for Ladies

An awesome experimental graduate program for lady comic artists from around the country. It was a fun and hectic time while they visited and learned to screen print.

Spudnik’s 5th Birthday!

We’re all so happy to have Spudnik around, we had to celebrate the baby Spud’s 5th birthday! Screen printing the tail on the donkey, whacking a potato piñata and having delicious cake were just some of the highlights.










That’s all for now. Check out the website for all the summer fun classes and events coming up!

imPressed

Having been affected and deeply influenced by the work and teaching of Joey Hannaford and Stephanie Smith, Spudnik Press Studio Assistant and Teaching Artist Brandy Barker, curated an exhibition of these two Atlanta artists’ print work. Both artists work in a form of relief printing, ranging from lino & wood cuts to letterpress with an expressive use of color.

Visit the exhibition at Spudnik Press beginning Friday, July 13 until August 31, 2012.
Spudnik Press gallery is open for viewing Mondays & Thursdays, 6:30pm until 11:00pm and Fridays & Saturdays, 12:30pm until 5:00pm and by appointment.

Images
XXO by Joey Hannaford (left)
Learning to Breathe by Stephanie Smith (right)

Spotted!

Check out this awesome poster printed at Spudnik by Derek Smith spotted at Hot Doug’s. Not only did Derek print the posters for “Kind of Blue“, a monthly comedy event at The Hideout, but he will performing stand-up at The Hideout July 8, 2012. Don’t miss it! He’s a multi-talented guy!

Upcoming Community Workshop: Paper Making

Description:
Come get some respite from the summer heat and learn the basics of making paper. Create your own sheets of pulpy artwork or start a foundation for drawing, painting, printing, or for writing very special notes. We will start with pulling sheets of white paper using cotton pulp. From there, students will learn how to dye paper pulp and paint with pulp. Come dressed for the studio – this can be messy, and you will get wet – which might feel pretty nice on a hot Sunday afternoon!


Prerequisites: None
Authorizations: None

Meets 1 time on Sunday, July 8, 2012 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM with William Mason | Spaces available: 17 | Price: $10, if able

Email Brandy@Spudnikpress.com to reserve a spot in the workshop.


Call For Fall 2012 Resident Artist!


Interested in being the next Artist in Residence at Spudnik Press? The application deadline for our Fall residency is June 29, 2012. Click here for more information and to download the application!

CAKE

Chicago Alternative Comics Expo
Saturday and Sunday, June 16 & 17, 2012
11 am – 6pm
Columbia College’s Ludington Building
1104 S Wabash Ave, 8th Floor
FREE and open to the public!

The Chicago Alternative Comics Expo [CAKE] is a weekend-long celebration of independent comics, inspired by Chicago’s rich legacy as home to many of underground and alternative comics’ most talented artists– past, present and future. Featuring comics for sale, workshops, exhibitions, panel discussions and more, CAKE is dedicated to fostering community and dialogue amongst independent artists, small presses, publishers and readers.

Be on the look-out for some fabulous Spudnik printers while you’re there!

Image designed by Chicago’s own, Laura Park (http://singingbones.com)

CSA for Hubbard Street Lofts

Spudnik Press Organic Veggie CSA

brought to us by Peasant’s Plot

Spudnik Press Cooperative is VERY pleased to partner with an local organic farm, Peasant’s Plot, to offer the tenants of 1821 W Hubbard farm shares of fresh veggies delivered right here each week through out the summer! Read below for details, and feel free to asks questions! Shares will be delivered in coolers to our third floor studio.


Spudnik Press Organic Veggie CSA

When: Thursdays starting June 14th at Spudnik Press between the hours of 3 and 9 pm

What: 20 weeks of organic vegetables June – October

How much: $330/year OR pay in 5 monthly installments on our website

Why: The CSA model is rewarding because the consumer can actually establish a relationship with their farmer through farm visits, emails, recipes, cooking techniques, notes on the website, and even tips on preserving your vegetables through the winter. Know exactly where your food is coming from. As a member of Peasants’ Plot, rest assured your vegetables have been picked within 50 miles of the city, within 48 hours, free of synthetic chemicals, grown from organic seed.

Deadline: June 7th (while supplies last”–sign-up ASAP to guarantee your share!)

Click Here for more info about the farm
Purchase Your Share!