Printmaking for All with Susan Borland - Hampton, VA 2025

This workshop will give an overview of various printmaking techniques - focusing on easy and inexpensive ways to begin your artistic journey. During this 2-hour workshop, you will be introduced to a variety of “alternative" forms of printmaking - kitchen lithography, tetrapack, colograph and dry point techniques. Participants will learn the importance of the relationship between inks (oil, safe wash, rubber) and papers (various weights, textures, and their characteristics) in creating prints. Students will also get an overview of best practices in the use and disposal of various inks to minimize environmental impacts. Little or no experience in printmaking is needed, this is a hands-on class and participants should wear old clothing or bring an apron to minimize getting inked.