APS schedules an ongoing rotation of classes and workshops, covering a variety of printmaking topics. Unless specified otherwise, classes are held at the APS studio. Class sizes are kept small in order to provide the best working environment, so register early to secure your place. For more information, contact Kathy Garrou, Executive Director

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UPCOMING:
Classes beginning the week of Sept. 20, 2010:
•Afternoon Letterpress Class
•Evening Letterpress Class
•Book Arts Class
•Screenprint Class
•Vandercook Letterpress Maintenance Workshop
•Wood Engraving Workshop


Afternoon Letterpress Class
Mondays, Sept 20 - Nov 8, 2010, 1:30 - 4:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor Margot Ecke
Letterpress is the traditional method of pressing inked words and images, cast in metal or polymer, or cut from wood, directly into paper. The letter forms leave their mark, adding a unique and sensuous texture to the page.
In this class you will learn the basics of letterpress printing - composing type, mixing ink, press set-up and printing on the Chandler & Price Platen and Vandercook presses. The class will start with a group project after which students will design and print their own small project such as a postcard, greeting card, business card, or broadside. Ink is provided by the studio, students will supply their own paper or cards. The class will be taught by Margot Ecke, who received her M.F.A. from the Rhode Island School of Design and her B.F.A. from Cornell University, as well as, the Professional Printing Certificate from the Tamarind Institute at the University of New Mexico and her Certificate in Bookbinding at the North Bennett Street School in Boston. Her artists' books are shown internationally and her work is in the collections at the Getty, the New York Public Library, and the RISD Artists' Book Collection, among others.
Enrollment is now limited to 6 students in order for everyone to have ample time using the presses. This class fills up quickly so mail your registration/payment early in order to hold your place.
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Evening Letterpress Class
Mondays, Sept 20 - Nov 8, 2010, 6:30 - 9:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor Margot Ecke
Letterpress is the traditional method of pressing inked words and images, cast in metal or polymer, or cut from wood, directly into paper. The letter forms leave their mark, adding a unique and sensuous texture to the page.
In this class you will learn the basics of letterpress printing - composing type, mixing ink, press set-up and printing on the Chandler & Price Platen and Vandercook presses. The class will start with a group project after which students will design and print their own small project such as a postcard, greeting card, business card, or broadside. Ink is provided by the studio, students will supply their own paper or cards. The class will be taught by Margot Ecke, who received her M.F.A. from the Rhode Island School of Design and her B.F.A. from Cornell University, as well as, the Professional Printing Certificate from the Tamarind Institute at the University of New Mexico and her Certificate in Bookbinding at the North Bennett Street School in Boston. Her artists' books are shown internationally and her work is in the collections at the Getty, the New York Public Library, and the RISD Artists' Book Collection, among others.
Enrollment is now limited to 6 students in order for everyone to have ample time using the presses. This class fills up quickly so mail your registration/payment early in order to hold your place.
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Book Arts Class
Tuesdays, Sept 28 - Nov 16, 2010, 6:30 - 9:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor Jerushia Graham
Are you an artist or writer looking for new ways to house and present your work? Have you ever wondered what it takes to create a book? Come and explore the art of bookbinding, from basic techniques and materials to in-depth investigations of structure and form. Students will learn a variety of techniques for creating beautiful books and complete bindings in five styles: pamphlet stitch, Japanese stab-bound, cased-in codex, exposed stitched Coptic spine and chain stitch over ribbon.
This bookbinding class will be taught by Jerushia Graham, a printmaker and fiber artist who has taught print classes and other community arts workshops since 2001. Ms. Graham holds a Masters of Fine Arts in Book Arts/Printmaking from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA. She will guide students throughout the bookbinding process. This is an introductory class suitable both for beginners who want to learn bookbinding basics and intermediate binders looking to refresh skills and adapt new techniques. A supply list will be sent to all participants prior to the first class.
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Screenprint Class
Wednesdays, Sept 22 - Nov 10, 2010, 6:30 - 9:30pm
$230 APS members / $240 non-members
Instructor Craig Cameron
This is a project-based class that begins by discussing each student's ideas and goals with the instructor after which you will work one-on-one with the instructor as he walks you through preparing your art, creating stencils, prepping your screens, utilizing hand drawn art, and digitally printed art. Also, you will explore printing editions and monoprints using single color and multi-colors. Screens and emulsions will be provided, but students are required to purchase ink, paper and a few additional supplies. Beginners are welcome, as well as those with experience. This class is limited to a maximum of 6 students.
This course will be taught by Craig Cameron an illustrator and artist based in Atlanta, GA. He received his BFA from Georgia Southern University. His principal printing processes are relief, screenprinting, and photosensitive plate lithography.
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Vandercook Letterpress Maintenance
Saturday & Sunday, October 9 & 10, 2010, 10:00am - 4:00pm each day
$170 APS members / $190 non-members
Instructor Paul Moxon
This workshop is an in-depth review of the parts and functions of the Vandercook taking you beyond cranking the press and into the mechanical what and why essential for troubleshooting. Learn all the points of maintenance, lubrication and cleaning and become familiar with the differences between models. Whether you use studio presses, own your own press or are thinking of buying one, this workshop will provide excellent direction for your future press work, so bring your questions, press photos and/or broken parts. Paul will also share his extensive written material with the class. Check out Paul’s website and blog:  vandercookpress.info

Paul Moxon, a graduate of the University of Alabama MFA in Book Arts Program, teaches workshops on letterpress and Vandercook Maintenance at universities, art colleges and book arts centers around the country..
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Wood Engraving Workshop
Saturday & Sunday, November 13 & 14, 2010, 10:00am - 4:00pm each day
$170 APS members / $190 non-members
Instructor Chris Pig
Wood Engraving is a highly detailed form of relief printmaking, capable of exquisite nuance and detail with rich, velvety blacks. It differs from woodcut in both tools and materials used. The graver and the burin, tools associated with intaglio engraving, are used. Also the end, not the plank side, of the woodblock is carved allowing for finer lines and a wider range of tonal effects. Thanks to the invention of engravers' plastic and resingrave, engraving is now an affordable option for all printmakers and is enjoying a comeback. These synthetic blocks also mean that engravings can be made on a much larger scale. Participants will learn basic aspects of cutting and printing blocks. Materials provided will include a resingrave block, tools, and ink.
Chris Pig has been a practicing printmaker for over 25 years and has worked in studios worldwide. He has incredible expertise and enthusiasm for his art and has an infectiously enthusiastic teaching style.
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LOOKING AHEAD:
Winter 2011 Classes & Workshops
Registration Begins October 15
Jan 10 - Feb 28 Margot Ecke Afternoon Letterpress Class
Jan 10 - Feb 28 Margot Ecke Evening Letterpress Class
Jan 11 - Mar 1 Kathy Garrou Etching Class
Jan 12 - Mar 2 Craig Cameron Relief Class
Feb. 6 Margot Ecke - Valentine Card Letterpress Workshop
Mar. 6 & 13 Margot Ecke - Advanced Letterpress Workshop


Spring 2011 Classes & Workshops
Registration Begins January 15
Mar 14 - May 2 Margot Ecke Afternoon Letterpress class
Mar 14 - May 2 Margot Ecke Evening Letterpress class
Mar 15 - May 3 Joe Tsambiras Polyester & Paper Plate Lithography class
Mar 16 - May 4 Terri Dilling Monotype
April 10 & 17 Margot Ecke - Wedding Invitaion Letterpress Workshop
May 1 Margot Ecke - Mother's & Father's Day Card Printing Workshop
May 21 & 22 Ben Venom - Alternative Screenprinting Techniques