Monotype Printmaking Class, SOMA, SF

Mesmerizing Monotype

Monotypes are often called "painterly prints": their creation is spontaneous, serendipitous, and immediate. In this class you'll learn to produce vibrant one-of-a-kind prints combining the simplicity of stencils, the gorgeous detail of leaf and blossom prints, and a rich variety of textures. We'll also explore multicolor viscosity printing, a great technique for both beginning and experienced printmakers. The majority of class time will be devoted to hands-on experimentation and creation. Beginners welcome, as well as those with experience in the medium; each student will receive individual attention at his or her level. Classes are intimate: limited to five students.

Six Mondays: Sept 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 19, 26
6 to 9:30 pm $240

About the Instructor:

Katie Gilmartin: valiantly attempted to embody the anguished suffering artist, but chronic waffling and backsliding forced her to resign herself to a life of delight and abundance. Katie relishes the opportunity to share her love of printmaking with others. She is a co-owner of City Art Cooperative Gallery at 828 Valencia in San Francisco and exhibits her work there regularly, as well as online at katiegilmartin.com.

About Chrysalis Studio at SomArts

Chrysalis offers dynamic, reasonably priced classes for experienced printmakers as well as people who don't think of themselves as artists -- until they start producing gorgeous prints.

All supplies are included, with the exception of linocut plates and paper (which can be purchased directly from the instructor at excellent prices). Please bring an apron or old shirt to protect your clothing, and leave perfectionism and control at the door.

The Chrysalis Print Studio is located in SomArts, the South of Market Cultural Center, at 934 Brannan (between 8th & 9th). Muni lines #19, #27, #42. On-street parking is generally easy to locate weekends and evenings.

For more information please email katie@katiegilmartin.com. Interested in printmaking but can't take a class now? Send an email and I'll add you to my printmakers list to receive future class announcements. For a glossary of printmaking terms, see katiegilmartin.com.