Past Printmaking Classes

November Pull a Print

Every Third Tuesday | Drop-In Style | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us at the Prairie for Pull a Print,
a free monthly screenprinting activity open to all! This come-and-go
event invites community members to bring a personal item—like a shirt,
tote bag, tea towel, or other flat fabric—and screenprint it with one
unique design created for that month. Keep in mind the design is
approximately 12 inches x 12 inches and we use dark inks to print.

Holiday Stamp Making Workshop

Get into the holiday spirit with this beginner-friendly stamp carving class! You’ll be guided step-by-step through the process of designing and carving your very own festive stamp—perfect for decorating cards, wrapping paper, gift tags, and more.

Holiday Scene Collagraph

Join local artist Elise Braggs for a festive exploration of collagraphy, a creative blend of collage and printmaking! Using a variety of found and discarded materials, participants will construct their own collagraph plates, experimenting with textures, shapes, and techniques to bring a holiday scene to life—think cozy fireplaces, snowy landscapes, cheerful snowmen, or sparkling Christmas trees. You’ll learn beginner-friendly methods using an x-acto knife and paperboard, as well as how to properly ink and print your design using our printing press. Each participant will create a small edition of unique prints—one of which will be donated to the center’s holiday display, on view in the lobby from mid-November through early January.

This class is perfect for anyone curious about at-home printmaking processes or looking for a creative, sustainable hobby. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Mono-Screenprinting Workshop

This one-day workshop gives participants a crash course in introductory screenprinting and monoprinting techniques! Through a combination of the two processes, Mono-Screenprinting produces one-off spontaneous prints, ideal for exploring a more painterly approach to traditional printmaking. Participants will create images by painting directly onto the mesh of a screen with screenprinting ink and then pulling through with a squeegee. We will also explore the same technique using aquarelles, further experimenting with the playful potential of this printing method. Each participant can expect to leave with several custom prints. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Introduction to Linocut - July

Join local artist Elise Braggs for a hands-on introduction to linocut printmaking. In this engaging workshop, you'll explore the fundamentals of carving, hand-printing, and working with a relief press. Whether a beginner or an experienced printmaker, this class offers a welcoming space to dive into the tactile world of analogue printing. Participants will leave with a unique print of their own design, a collaborative print created alongside fellow attendees, and a deeper appreciation for traditional printmaking techniques. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Introduction to Linocut - June

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