Friday Art Lab Fall 2024

DIY Press: Zines, Collage, Printmaking

Dive into the world of zine-making, collage art, and printmaking. Here, we explore the significance of these mediums as avenues for self-expression and communication. Through hands-on activities, participants develop practical skills in zine-making, collage techniques, and various printmaking processes such as relief, intaglio, and monoprinting. From traditional narratives to avant-garde experimentation, we delve into different formats, styles, and themes, discovering how these mediums can convey personal stories, explore identity, and reflect societal dynamics. Through experimentation with mixed-media techniques and collaborative projects, participants foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join us at DIY Press and embark on a journey of artistic exploration and self-discovery

Class Objectives:

1. Understand the significance of zines, collage art, and printmaking as mediums for self-expression, communication, and activism.
2. Develop practical skills in zine-making, collage techniques, and various printmaking processes, including relief, intaglio, and monoprinting.
3. Explore different formats, styles, and themes in zine-making, collage art, and printmaking, from narrative-driven storytelling to visual experimentation.
4. Investigate the historical, cultural, and social contexts of zines, collage, and printmaking, including their role in marginalized communities, contemporary art movements, and grassroots activism.
5. Experiment with mixed-media techniques, found materials, and non-traditional approaches to art-making in zines, collage, and printmaking.
6. Foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking through group discussions, collaborative projects, and constructive critiques.

Class Stats:
Digital (Device Time): 0%
Analog (Hands on): 100%
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Details:
Educator: Deirdre Irvine
Times: 3-5:30pm, late stay available till 6pm
Dates: 9/13 - 1/24
No Classes: 11/1, 11/29, 12/27
Ages: 6+
Available Seats: 8