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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, runs open print hours on Thursday evenings from 5-8pm. It's the best time to come in and learn the ins and outs of the studio, or work on an edition of your own. Learning is always free, and printing starts at only $5 per session. High quality printmaking papers, linoleum and wood blocks, plexiglass plates, and other materials are available for a small, additional fee for those creating their own prints. AVAILABLE EQUIPMENT
Our print studio is a cozy 550 square feet or so, but is currently home to eight able presses:
• 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 |
