In the intaglio printmaking method, an image is created by engraving or etching a printing plate. The method emerged in the 15th century and has been embraced throughout history by both abstract and representational artists who cherish the drawn line. During this eight-session course students will learn the foundational image-making techniques of intaglio including drypoint, line-etch, and aquatint along with best practices in plate preparation, printing, and multi-plate registration. This class is appropriate for learners with no printmaking experience, those who are familiar with intaglio and are looking for a “refresher,” and anyone in-between!
Students will receive two small copper plates, one small plastic plate, and all materials necessary for printing. Paper is provided, but students may wish to purchase their own if they are interested in experimenting with different colors and/or types of paper. By the end of the course, students can expect to create one small edition of resolved prints.
About the instructor: Anda Tanaka (she/her) is a Minneapolis-based artist and educator working primarily in printmaking and drawing. She has exhibited work nationally, including a solo show at Winona State University in 2018. Most recently, she has exhibited with Soo Visual Arts Center in Minneapolis and won the 2022 Best Emerging Artist Award at the Octagon Center for the Arts’ annual juried show in her hometown of Ames, Iowa. Anda holds a BA in music and studio art from St. Olaf College and an MFA from Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD). She is currently the Apprentice Printer at Highpoint Center for Printmaking and teaches courses at both MCAD and Highpoint. When not in the studio, you can find Anda outside cycling, cross country skiing, open water swimming, or walking her cats, Triskit and Millie.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Registration and payment may be completed through this website. Refunds are no longer available after the registration deadline. Please call 612-871-1326 or email info@highpointprintmaking.org if you wish to pay with cash or check, or have any questions.
DISCOUNTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Highpoint Member Discount: A 10% discount is available for Highpoint Members. Contact us at info@highpointprintmaking.org with questions. Interested in becoming a member?
Co-op Member Discount: Highpoint Co-op Members receive a 25% discount on all non-Sampler Session classes. Enter the Co-op Member discount code at checkout. Contact the Artistic Programs Director with questions.
Full Color Print Scholarship: A limited number of full tuition scholarships are available through the Full Color Print Scholarship, which provides free classes to individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Request a scholarship for this class by clicking the button below, or call, email or visit Highpoint. See our Discounts and Scholarships page for more details.
