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Create Unique and Dynamic Prints in Just 6 Weeks
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Monotype is the easiest, most spontaneous and joyful type of printmaking. Its simplicity and directness have inspired artists from Edgar Degas, (who is credited with “inventing” the technique) to such contemporary virtuosos as Jasper Johns and Richard Diebenkorn. Monotype is more akin to painting than most other printmaking techniques because many of the tools used to create the print are the same, which is why monotype is often called the painterly print. |
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As its name implies, the process results in just one unique print, not multipe prints in an edition as most other types of printmaking such as etching. We will be using basic techniques that are easily learned and are very adaptable to a wide variety of styles and imagery. Both novice artists and more experienced printmakers are welcome, and all students will receive plenty of one-on-one attention and access to the press. |
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Basic Instruction:
- How to use the press and equipment safety
- The properties of inks, papers and solvents
- Use of basic tools such as brayers and templates
- Introduction to basic monotype techniques
- Platemaking and registration
- Adapting imagery to the process
- Having fun — 101
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Materials:
We will be using oil-based inks and also some drawing materials like pastel, and some watercolor. Small sheets of acid-free Rives BFK paper will be supplied for every student (larger sheets available at cost), along with other basic materials. Most of the clean-up is done with non-toxic solvents such as vegetable oils. Very little use of thinners such as turpentine will be needed.
- Bring your own apron
- Snacks to share
- Leave your cellphone at home.
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Techniques Covered:
- Subtractive and additive prints
- Stencils
- Multiple drop prints
- Watercolor prints
- Yes Paste prints
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Selected Richard Bolingbroke Monotypes. Visit Portfolio>Monotypes menu above for more. |
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We will be using my new press made by Whelan Press of Santa Fe.
Its radically new design features a stationary bed and a moving roller.
Constructed of high-grade stainless steel, this press is easier to use than heavy fixed-bed presses, and great for novice printmakers.
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Schedule:
The course will be on 6 Tuesday-evenings from 6.30-9.30 pm.
• The first class will be September 7th, ending October 14th.
• The second series willl start October 21st and end November 25th.
• I will anounce the 2009 schedule later in the year
• Class size will be limited to 6
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Selected Richard Bolingbroke Monotypes. Visit Portfolio>Monotypes menu above for more.
Location:
Classes will be held in my bright 900 sq ft studio at the Artists Colony on the Hunters Point Shipyard, Building 101, Studio 1508.
Transit options include the new T Line, and ride-sharing and other transportation assistance can be arranged. |
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About Richard Bolingbroke:
I firmly believe that we can all learn to create art.
I learned montype printmaking from Tron Bykle and Robin Kaneshiro at City College. Together with my life-drawing classes with Diane Olivier, this is my only formal art education.
Our art skills are innate and the challenge is to access them.
My prints and watercolors have been shown internationally, and I work full-time as an artist. Please see my biography in the Resume menu above for more details.
Course Reservations:
The course costs $300 (including most materials) and a non-refundable $50 deposit is required to hold a place. Checks and credit cards are accepted.
To reserve a place on the course, please call me at 415 863.5654 or email me by clicking my signature below. |
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