Executive Ink Weekly Printmaking Tutoring/Classes

The Studio is open for classes over 4 Terms throughout the year.
Classes run on Wednesday mornings from 9am until 1pm.
Each Term runs in sync with school holidays.

Each class is 4 hours. You are welcome to arrive later than 9am and leave earlier than 1pm. I do ask that if you are unable to make a class, please let me know beforehand.

Come to class with your own project, idea for a new project or thoughts around a specific goal. I can help you work through your project and you enjoy the space and facilities of The Studio and some great company.

If you’re unsure what you want to do or where to start, we’ll chat by email before you start your classes and/or on your first day to set some objectives and goals.

You will be sent an email before your first class with The Studio location details and materials lists so you can get things together before you come to class.

Printmaking processes I work with that translate to the class format are:

• Linocut printing, and some other forms of relief printmaking
• Metal plate etching, and some other forms of intaglio printing including paper embossing and collagraph
• Cyanotype
• Gel plate monoprinting, and some other monoprinting processes
• Handmade bookmaking and artist books

Printmaking processes not covered in these classes:

• Eco-printing – hands-on is difficult in this class format, however, we can discuss process, tools and materials and review a range of examples and approaches so you can try the process at home.
• Screenprinting
• Lithography
• Letterpress

Extra Processes

A couple of times during each term, I schedule extra processes for some creative play. These processes are approached with a simple and playful approach. Not everything is covered each term, but there is opportunity to discuss the options.

• Paper rusting
• Letterpress monoprinting on my proofing press
• Indigo dyeing
• Paper making

You can work on other creative projects while in class, but please know that my tutoring knowledge is focused on printmaking.

Students will have access to printing presses, studio work areas and the studio library.

Your fee includes a nominal fee for sundry items used during class.

You are welcome to use some studio materials to get started and will be encouraged to purchase your own materials to continue your work.

Basic tools and materials are available to help get you started and you will be encouraged to purchase your own as you invest more time into any one process.

You will be sent a suggested materials list before coming to your first class, and this indicates what resources are supplied at The Studio. If you’re not sure about what to bring, please check with Kim before arriving for your class.

Tea, coffee and a light morning tea is provided with each class. You are welcome to bring your own food and drink, including lunch if you like to eat before 1pm. The studio has a small kitchenette with a fridge, cutlery and microwave oven.

Students will be working in a functioning professional studio.

Students are advised to wear closed in shoes, and suitable clothing or apron that you do not mind getting dirty (printmaking can be a messy business).

Where possible, The Studio works with non-toxic inks, chemicals and materials. However, printmaking uses a variety of different materials for different processes, including working with sharp and dangerous tools and substances with some degree of toxicity.

You will be given instruction and direction as required regarding tools and studio safety, and it will expected that you follow and adhere to these instructions.

To book, please complete the enrolment form below.

You can book into a 9 week Term after it has started (subject to space availability) and the term fee is reduced on a pro-rata basis as noted below.

Enrol in week:

• 1 – $595
• 2 – $540
• 3 – $490
• 4 – $430
• 5 – $370
• 6 – $300
• 7 – $230
• 8 – $176
• 9 – $88

Once your enrolment form has been received, I will respond personally via email within 1-3 business days to chat about what you want to achieve in your classes, what materials you will need and finalise payment.

Full payment is required to secure your enrolment. Payment can be made via PayPal or direct deposit.

Please read my enrolment terms and conditions here.