Woodcut Adventures: Plein Air Printmaking at Fort Worden
SEPTEMBER 13 & 14
Regular price $280.00TOTAL COST: $280
Course Fee: $255
Non-refundable Materials Fee: $25
DATES: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2025
TIME: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM PST
LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate
AGE GROUP: Adults
LOCATION: Building 324, Fort Worden, Port Townsend.
DESCRIPTION
Spend two inspiring days combining outdoor observation with hands-on studio practice in this color woodcut printmaking workshop with Charles Spitzack. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Fort Worden State Park, you'll begin by sketching en plein air—capturing the textures, shapes, and spirit of the landscape.
Back in the studio, Charles will guide you through the process of transforming your drawings into bold, expressive woodcut prints. Using non-toxic inks and delicate Japanese washi paper, you’ll learn to carve and hand-print your image—no press needed—making it easy to continue printmaking at home.
Whether you're new to the medium or looking to deepen your skills, this workshop offers a joyful and immersive approach to printmaking in conversation with nature — no experience necessary!
All materials are provided — just bring your ideas and curiosity!
SUPPLY INFORMATION
All materials and supplies are provided with the materials fee. Cutting-tools will be loaned to each student.
After registration, course details are available via the Northwind Art School learning portal. Learn more
ABOUT CHARLES
Charles Spitzack (b 1987) is a visual artist, educator, and carpenter living and working in the Pacific Northwest. Committed to communal aspirations, equality, labor rights, environmentalism, and leveling the playing field – Spitzack has found woodblock printmaking to be an excellent way to express his thoughts and feelings. Drawn to this medium by its practical process, boldness, and direct mark making – he has found freedom within its walls, and aspires to share this with others through education and art sharing.
Artist website: Charles Spitzack, IG: @spitzattack
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DISCOUNTS
This course is eligible for a 10% member discount at the Supporter level and beyond. Get a membership today!
Don's Pharmacy and Art Toolkit in downtown Port Townsend offer a 10% discount for Northwind Art School students.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
If Northwind Art has to cancel a course for any reason, all enrolled students will receive a 100% refund (including any materials fee).
Students who withdraw from a course at least seven days prior to its first meeting will receive a 90% refund (less any materials fee).
Students withdrawing fewer than seven days from the first day of class are not eligible for a refund except in the case of illness or injury, in which case they are eligible to receive a 40% refund (less any materials fee).
Please note that 10% of every course registration fee is considered to be a non-refundable deposit in cases of withdrawal to cover administrative overhead. All refunds will be applied to the same credit card that was used for enrollment. No credits or transfers will be granted.
Please email admin@northwindart.org if you wish to withdraw or for more information.