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ANNUAL OPEN STUDIO EVENT Join the Firestation for their Open House Weekend where we will have Open Studios, Members Group Show and demonstrations for a range of Printmaking methods, Letterpress and More! Open House Weekend: Saturday 27th - Sunday 28th July For more information see HERE |
ABOUT
The Firestation Print Studio is a dynamic hub of arts activity, with printmaking at its core, yet open to a wide range of projects and practices. As a community based organisation, the curatorial strategy supports artists with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds at various stages of their career, by providing a supportive environment in which to create and exhibit their artwork. This is a unique element of the Firestation, as we provide facilities for all stages of artistic development in printmaking, from the inception and execution of artwork in the print workshop, to its presentation and display to the public in the gallery. |
WORKSHOPS |
View all printmaking workshops HERE
Fri 8th November Intro MONOPRINT WORKSHOP - NON MEMBERS
Sande Bruch
Introductory Monoprint Workshop
ONE DAY WORKSHOP
Friday November 8th, 10am - 4pm
$250 / $210 members
A monoprint is a form of printmaking in which an image is made from a smooth surface or 'plate' coated in printing ink, oil paint, watercolour, etc. In contrast with other printing techniques, only one final image is made, this technique allows for expressive techniques reminiscent of a drawing or painting.
This workshop will use oil paints and water-soluble inks on acetate sheets 20x30cm in size. Sande will take participants through a variety of techniques using additive and subtractive drawing techniques onto the printing plates.
During the afternoon participants will get the chance to incorporate chine colle and collage techniques into their prints using other prints or papers to add another layer to their work.
All materials provided. However we do recommend participates bring in their own images, sketches, paper and collaging materials (such as old work or interesting papers).
Sande is an abstract artist who uses collage as a medium in itself .She combines it with her painting, printmaking and more recently textile pieces. She has a Masters in printmaking and has run art groups in Sydney for many years, in Aged Care and at Echo Neighbourhood Centre. Some of the places her printmaking is represented at ArtBank, Print Council of Australia, Tasmanian Museum and Gallery.
Fri 23rd, & Fri 30th AUGUST, Intro COLLAGRAPH WORKSHOP, Members
Myra Kaufman
Introductory Collagraph Workshop
TWO DAY WORKSHOP
Friday August 23rd, and Friday August 30th, 10am - 4pm
$430 / $390 members
Collagraphy is a low toxic method of printing using boards made by collaging a variety of textures (such as tape, sandpaper,string, embossed wrapping paper, thick glue, lace) and also by drawing into the boards by scratching and incising. Collography allows the artist to print multi-coloured layered images using oil paints or water soluble printing inks. The method lends itself to experimentation because of the variety of materials and textures that can be collaged. Sometimes the results are quite unpredictable and can push an artist to work in new directions.
Sat Nov 16th Intro to Drypoint with Liz Millsom
Introduction to Drypoint
Liz Millsom
Date: Saturday Nov 16th 2024
10am to 4.30pm with 1hr lunch break.
$250 / $210 members
Materials provided
Drypoint is a printmaking technique of the intaglio family.
An image is incised into an acetate plate with a hard pointed needle. The process is almost identical to an engraving.
This workshop is perfect for the beginner to produce a drypoint print using one or your own images/sketches, a collaged or a photo. Simply placing a clear acetate plate on top of your image and scratching incisions into the plate using a metal needle.
You will learn techniques such as hatching, cross hatching, stippling and scumbling to create interesting mark making.
Next will be the process of intaglio printing, you will learn how to register your paper and ink up your plate.
Experimentation is encouraged.
Bring an A5 image of a photo/ magazine image or your own drawing. There will be plenty of photo copies you can use to create your own unique drypoint.
Liz Millsom has been printing and painting for 20 years and has worked in Arts Education for 11 years. Liz won our Summer Salon Grand Prize in 2019, and was a finalist in the National Monoprint Prize 2023.
Weekend Aug 31st, & Sept 1st, Introductory Etching Workshop with Margaret Manchee
Introduction to Etching
MARGARET MANCHEE
Weekend workshop - 2 half days
Aug 31st and Sep 1st, 2024
10am to 1.30pm
$280 / $240 members
With Margaret Manchee you will be engaged in learning the centuries old technique of etching copper with Ferric Chloride acid to produce a print. You will learn the basics that will keep you entranced with the process for years to come!
Margaret Manchee has been a practising artist for more than 10 years, specializing in copper–plate etching and printmaking whilst also maintaining a profession as a qualified Chartered Accountant. Margaret balances the left brain numbers with the right brain art – her own path to wellness. Since her graduation from the University of Melbourne – Victorian College of the Arts, she has been an artist in residence and art teacher at Firestation Print Studio.
Manchee has exhibited extensively in Melbourne, recently these include two solo shows at the Sofitel Hotel, a current group show at Stephen McLaughlan Gallery Melbourne, and an upcoming solo exhibition, "Iteration" at Forty Five Downstairs, Melbourne opening in June.
Sat Nov 23rd- ABBI GILBERT Introduction to Reduction Linocut
Introduction to Reduction Linocut
with Abbi Gilbert
One Day Workshop
Saturday Nov 23rd 2024
10am to 4pm, with half hour lunch break.
$250 / $210 members
All Materials Provided but we will have lino cutting sets available for purchase if you would like your own set.
One Day Workshop
Reduction prints (3 colours + white)
onto 15cmx15cm lino
Using Ternes-Burton registration pins
- process and brief history
- Design and transfer image onto lino
- Set up registration system
- Cut and print first colour
In this workshop you will learn:
How to plan and design a reduction lino image
How to transfer an image onto lino
Turnes-Barton registration system
Lino cutting technique
(cutting, applying ink, printing with a press)
Sat Aug 17th ANASTASIA KOTZAPAVLIDIS Introduction to Linocut
Intro Linocut Workshop
One day workshop
Saturday Aug 17th 2024 10am to 3pm
Instructor:
Anastasia Kotzapavlidis
$240 / $200
All Materials Provided but we will have lino cutting sets available for purchase if you would like your own set.
Linocut is one of the most direct forms of printmaking.
It is simple to learn and has the potential to produce
works of great subtlety and complexity.
ParticiLinocutpants will create prints using black & white.
Participants will work with press and hand printing to
demonstrate the versatility of the medium,
its immediacy and portability.
Working from your own ideas, students will experiment
with image, tone and mark-making to explore the
visual possibilities of linocut printmaking.
Each method is introduced by considering its
technical possibilities and health and safety considerations.
This course is an excellent choice for beginners or
those who need a refresher in the area of linocut printmaking.
Outcomes
Students will gain an understanding of techniques
introduced and develop practical skills in order to create
and print their own linocuts.
SOLD OUT PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE with TRUDY RICE Session 2, Sept 26th FULL PRICE
TRUDY RICE
PROFESSIONAL ART PRACTICE
SESSION 2, Sept 26th
Preparing for an Exhibition
Thursday, 6pm - 8pm
Non Members $75 Members $65 per session
SESSION 2.
Documenting your artworks (photographing for promotional purposes)
Choosing an exhibition venue
Working with a gallery
Solo shows versus Group Shows - roles and responsibilities
Artists Statements
Artists Biography and CV’s
Marketing - social media, print media, online sales,
Notes/templates and examples will be provided.
Participants to bring: Samples of artwork, notebook and pen
ABOUT TRUDY: Trudy’s works on paper are created by printing many layers of monotype and solarplate etchings. With mindful observation, the initial drawings are etched in sun and water. Her range of textiles and homewares include designer cushions, table runners, tea towels and murals/wallpaper are a transference of her art from paper to fabric. With an ethos of protecting our environment she uses organic product, recycles as much as possible and manufactures in Australia. Trudy has artwork in the collection of the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre at the Austin Hospital and other Private Collections throughout Australia, United States of America and the United Kingdom. She is represented by Queenscliff Gallery & Workshop, Lauriston Press, Prints & Drawings, Eagles Nest Gallery, Ayres Inlet and Counterweave Arts, Rome, Italy.
SOLD OUT PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE with TRUDY RICE Session 1 Sept 19th, FULL PRICE
TRUDY RICE
PROFESSIONAL ART PRACTICE
SESSION 1, Sept 19th
Preparing for an Exhibition
Thursday, 6pm - 8pm
Non Members $75 Members $65 per session
SESSION 1.
Identifying Printmaking Technique
Signing you works on Paper
Pricing
Framing/Presentation
The importance of keeping records
How to ship artworks
How to select works for exhibition
Insurance
Introduction to Copyright
Notes/templates and examples will be provided.
Participants to bring: Samples of artwork, notebook and pen
ABOUT TRUDY: Trudy’s works on paper are created by printing many layers of monotype and solarplate etchings. With mindful observation, the initial drawings are etched in sun and water. Her range of textiles and homewares include designer cushions, table runners, tea towels and murals/wallpaper are a transference of her art from paper to fabric. With an ethos of protecting our environment she uses organic product, recycles as much as possible and manufactures in Australia. Trudy has artwork in the collection of the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre at the Austin Hospital and other Private Collections throughout Australia, United States of America and the United Kingdom. She is represented by Queenscliff Gallery & Workshop, Lauriston Press, Prints & Drawings, Eagles Nest Gallery, Ayres Inlet and Counterweave Arts, Rome, Italy.
GALLERY
LIFE DRAWING |
PRINT CLUBS |
Every Tuesday evening 7-9pm
drop in! EXCLUDES SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Bring paper & drawing materials. Easels provided. Members $23 Non members $25 Concession* $23 *Concession price is available for Pension or Student card holders More info here |
LINOCLUB
Lino Club is a favourite of many Firestation Print Studio members. We meet twice a month, and offer an intermediate Reduction Linocut session now too! Dates and more here BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL |
WORKSHOPS, SUPERVISED ACCESS OR PRINT CLUBS
YOU MUST BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING
Our qualified printmakers:
FPS members who have completed their induction, and pay access fees, are able to make bookings, and come in to use our presses and the backroom, before you do so, please read our FPS Covid Safe Plan HERE