3-week Fundamentals of Drypoint Printmaking with Barb Greenwood
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This is a 3-week class that begins with a brief introduction to the drypoint printmaking process, tools and surfaces. By the end of the series, all participants will leave with a set of completed prints. Class meets on Mondays from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Drypoint is an intaglio printmaking technique (similar to engraving) that involves scratching an image onto a plate (typically copper, zinc, or plastic) using a sharp tool called a stylus.
Week 1: Session will begin with an overview of the techniques, tools, and surfaces involved in drypoint printmaking. Guidance will be given on how to select subject matter. Students may have an opportunity to try using a stylus in order to help them better understand what makes good choices for designs.
Week 2: Students will bring images, drawings, or designs that they will transfer to their plates. After designs are transferred, students will begin scratching/engraving their designs onto the plate. If there is time, students may try inking a few test prints.
Week 3: Students will ink and print a small edition of their prints.
All supplies required for the class will be included. However, all students are encouraged to bring a sketchbook and pencils for note-taking and small studies.
Barb Greenwood
In 6th grade Barbara was introduced to the world of art making. Making art and sharing her passion to create with others has been the core driver of her life. After ten years of teaching art in public and private schools and another twenty-five years working as a master-level board-certified art therapist in medical settings, she finally was able to retire. Right in the middle of Covid, she moved from Ohio to the Traverse City area. That first year with her partner, the focus was on building their home, which included her own studio. From that point, she began focusing on making her own art as well as connecting with the art
community around her.
Teaching all media and harnessing them as an art therapist, Barbara’s own artwork tends to be quite eclectic! For the last few years, she has focused on creating works made from handmade paper, paint, embroidery floss, thread, and fiber. Always interested in printmaking, she continued her studies by taking printmaking classes at Northwestern Michigan College.