No woodworking experience required.Carve an image of your choice onto wood, then make multiple, fine wood block prints using a traditional printmaking press. This class is offered together with Brattleboro's community printmaking studio, First Proof Press!Learn. This 2-session class takes place at both HatchSpace and First Proof Press, with a few weeks in between to complete your wood block carving at home. Session 1 at HatchSpace (January 27): You'll learn how to transfer an image of your choice onto wood blocks, then how to tint (prep) the block for carving. Next, you'll learn proper tool handling and carving techniques, as well as how to sharpen hand tools using a honing strip. Carving work begun in class will be completed at home, using your own versatile carving tool (included). Session 2 at First Proof Press (February 17): This session begins with a discussion and demo of a traditional printing press. You'll then learn how to ink your wood block, and how to set up and run your prints through the press.Make. Each student will carve one (1) 18" x 24" wood block, and make three (3) high quality prints on archival paper. Note: Students should draw or select high contrast, very "black and white" imagery, with crisp lines and bold shapes. Assistance will be provided to prep images as needed, with more information to follow upon registration.Saturdays | 12pm - 4pm2 sessions: January 27 (HatchSpace) and February 17 (First Proof Press, now located at 22 High Street!)Cost: Members: $232.75; Non-members: $265 (includes a Speedball carving tool and tips set you keep)What to Bring: More information about image selection and prep to follow upon registration.Partial and full scholarships are available. Contact education@hatchspace.org for details.Instructor: Daniel ChiaccioDaniel Chiaccio is a printmaker and illustrator who currently resides in Guilford, VT. In 2015, he graduated from the New Hampshire Institute of Art with a degree in printmaking. In 2020, he opened up First Proof Press, a community printmaking studio located in the heart of downtown Brattleboro. Daniel specializes in the mediums of intaglio and woodblock printing. His style and inspiration is drawn from life experiences, imaginary worlds and architecture. View some of Daniel's work on Instagram at @firstproofpress.Class PoliciesWe're excited to have you join us for a class or workshop at HatchSpace! To ensure a smooth registration process, we kindly ask that you review our Class Policies regarding payment, financial assistance, cancellations and refunds. Questions? We're here to help: education@hatchspace.org.WaitlistOur classes are popular and fill up fast! If the class you're interested in is marked SOLD OUT, you can be added to our waitlist by clicking the Register Now button, and the Join Waiting List link at the bottom of the screen.
No woodworking experience required.
Carve an image of your choice onto wood, then make multiple, fine wood block prints using a traditional printmaking press. This class is offered together with Brattleboro's community printmaking studio, First Proof Press!
Learn. This 2-session class takes place at both HatchSpace and First Proof Press, with a few weeks in between to complete your wood block carving at home.
Session 1 at HatchSpace (January 27): You'll learn how to transfer an image of your choice onto wood blocks, then how to tint (prep) the block for carving. Next, you'll learn proper tool handling and carving techniques, as well as how to sharpen hand tools using a honing strip. Carving work begun in class will be completed at home, using your own versatile carving tool (included).
Session 2 at First Proof Press (February 17): This session begins with a discussion and demo of a traditional printing press. You'll then learn how to ink your wood block, and how to set up and run your prints through the press.
Make. Each student will carve one (1) 18" x 24" wood block, and make three (3) high quality prints on archival paper. Note: Students should draw or select high contrast, very "black and white" imagery, with crisp lines and bold shapes. Assistance will be provided to prep images as needed, with more information to follow upon registration.
Saturdays | 12pm - 4pm
2 sessions: January 27 (HatchSpace) and February 17 (First Proof Press, now located at 22 High Street!)
Cost: Members: $232.75; Non-members: $265 (includes a Speedball carving tool and tips set you keep)
What to Bring: More information about image selection and prep to follow upon registration.
Partial and full scholarships are available. Contact education@hatchspace.org for details.
| Instructor: Daniel Chiaccio |
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