Printmaking On the Press: Expanding Intaglio Techniques
Adult Class | FULL
Printmaking is a versatile art form for creating multiples, blending craft and fine art. In this class, students will learn a variety of techniques using the printmaking presses available at Fleisher. The course covers quick, freehand methods like monoprint, as well as more precise techniques such as drypoint and copper etching. Participants will also explore ink mixing and discover the unique line and texture qualities of each method.
Designed for beginners and intermediate students alike, the class offers opportunities to deepen skills with advanced processes like rosin aquatint and sugar lift. Throughout the course, historical and contemporary printmakers will be introduced to inspire and inform your practice. By the end of the class, students will have developed the skills to create an edition of prints to take home and share.
Note: This workshop is suited for beginners, and also offers intermediate students an opportunity for a deeper exploration of intaglio.
What you will learn:
1. Knowledge of the history and contemporary practice of etching by looking at prints by historical and contemporary artists
2. Basic knowledge of drypoint, copper etching, monoprint, and relevant tools and materials
3. Students will be able to set up an efficient print station, print an edition, and work productively in a shared studio space
Miriam Singer
Miriam Singer is a Philadelphia-based artist who combines drawing, painting, and printmaking to create layered, imaginative interpretations of city life. Her work explores urban environments through a blend of observation and invention, often merging architectural details, public spaces, and abstract forms. Singer has created murals and public artworks for organizations including the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, the Philadelphia International Airport, and the Albright-Knox Public Art Program in Buffalo, NY. Her mural Compass Map (2020), created in partnership with NewCourtland Senior Services and the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, features drawings of neighborhood architecture surrounding NewCourtland buildings in Philadelphia. It was painted with the help of local seniors, who contributed to both the design and painting process.
An active educator, Singer teaches printmaking at Fleisher Art Memorial, where she leads workshops in etching and screen printing on fabric. Her collaborative, community-based approach extends to her print projects as well. Such as creating screen prints to support mural fundraising and public engagement. Her work has been exhibited in galleries and alternative spaces including Paradigm Gallery, James Oliver Gallery, The Fairmount House, LG Tripp Gallery, and Vox Populi. Singer is a member of the artist collective Space 1026, where she also maintains a studio. She holds an MFA from the Massachusetts College of Art and a BA from Brandeis University.
https://miriamsinger.com/