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The Print Studio is one of the cornerstone elements of the IBRC. We are open to experienced and novice printmakers alike, and are always happy to share our knowledge  of  print processes with those who are completely new to the craft. Our presses can be used for letterpress, relief, monotype, and intaglio printing (we do not offer screenprinting options at this time, but  will  in the near future as part of the Phoenix Fabrication Studios). Studio users  have the option to use our stock of safe, water-based inks, or more traditional, oil-based ink if they desire.

Our print shop steward, BT Livermore will offer 1-on-1 print orientation for printmakers seeking regular studio hours.  Learning is always free and studio access is offered at a sliding scale with a suggested donation of $5/hr.  High quality printmaking papers, linoleum and wood blocks, plexiglass plates, and other materials are available for a small, additional fee.

AVAILABLE EQUIPMENT

Our print studio is a cozy 550 square feet or so, but is currently home to eight able presses:
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•  8x12 Chandler & Price Letterpress
• Line-o-Scribe tabletop poster press (bed size: 14x21)
• Vandercook No. 1 proof press (bed size: 14x18)

• Kelsey tabletop Letterpress (bed size: 5x8)
• Glen Alps collagraph press (bed size: 40x70)
• Charles Brand etching press (bed size: 18x36)
•  No-Name etching press (bed size: 20x36)
• Richeson Baby etching press (bed size: 11x19) (out on loan)


Other equipment and supplies:
• A 50-rack, 25x36 drying rack
• Multiple, glass-topped work tables
• Basic supplies: brayers, ink knives, gouges, drypoint needles, aprons, cleaning agents
• Some fine printmaking paper
• AKUA water-based ink, and  traditional, oil-based inks
• A small but growing selection of letterpress type and images
• Locking storage for regular studio users


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  • STUDIOS
  • Custom Framing
  • NEW VOLUNTEERS
  • SUPPORT OUR WORK
  • Our Story
  • AT HOME IN THE HEART OF BUTTE
  • Blog
  • New Page