INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING WITH HANNAH THEISS | SESSION 2: MONOTYPE

Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Description

Learn how to be a printmaker! Class is for 18+. Youth 10-17 can attend with an adult. Tickets must be purchased for each attendee.

This is an introductory class to learn Printmaking. We will have two sessions, each one offering a traditional printmaking technique with professional tools, techniques, and materials. Attendees will be guided by professional printmaker Hannah Theiss to create original artworks. Attend one or both sessions.

Session 1: Linocut Noon-2pm

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Session 2: Monotype 2:30pm-4:30pm

All supplies will be provided. This will be an active art space with professional/permanent inks, so please take that into account and dress for comfort.

Class will be limited to 16 participants per session so please register early.

What is Linocut Printing?

Lino refers to linoleum. Artists use a carvable rubber-like pad and cutting tools with different shapes. Using a combination of lines and depth you will learn how to carve an image, and then how to apply printing ink to the image with a brayer (roller), and use professional printing presses to make your print. This process is a modern version of traditional woodcut prints, and can be used to make many copies of a single print image.

What is Monotype Printing?

This process feels similar to painting. Ink is selectively applied to a plastic plate and manipulated to create any image you like. It is then run through the printing press to make a print. You will learn how to make multiple passes and build layers. This process is known for its ability to create one of a kind artworks using printmaking processes.

Cost: $30 per session, or $50 for both sessions.

Please consider making a donation with your registration to help support art education in our community.

Hosted by the Salem Art Association at the Bush Barn Art Center Annex.

Enter through the Bush Barn Art Center Main Entrance, then head over to the Annex. Come a few minutes early and enjoy the artwork in the galleries!

Questions? Contact

benjamin@salemart.org

Please note that we can only accommodate 16 people per session.