Introduction to Printmaking

TOTAL COST: $150
Course Fee: $125
Non-refundable Materials Fee: $25

DATE: SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 2025
TIME: 10:00AM - 3:00PM PST
LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate
AGE GROUP: Adult (ages 18+), Youth (ages 15-17)
LOCATION: Building 306, Fort Worden, Port Townsend. (COVID protocol will be observed, read our policies here)

DESCRIPTION
In this workshop you will learn the basics of printmaking, including how to carve, ink, and print your linoleum stamp on both fabric and paper. We will discuss the various tools required for these processes, with emphasis on the differences between paper and fabric printing. Jaiden will guide students through each technique; no prior experience required!

Paper and all printmaking tools will be provided, though students are encouraged to bring multiple items of cloth/clothing that they would like to print on. Attendees will leave with up to five printed items and their own carved stamps (which they can use to print more items in the future!).

SUPPLY INFORMATION

• All paper and tools are provided as part of the materials fee. Students are welcome to bring their own carving knives if they already have a set.
• Students are encouraged to bring multiple items of clothing/cloth that they would like to print on. When selecting your textile, choose cloth that is lighter in color (so that the ink shows up clearly) and is not ridged/quilted/mesh. We want the stamp to press flat onto a surface without seams, ridges, holes, etc. Basic t-shirts, bandanas, cloth napkin sets, and sweatshirts are all good options.
  
  Some examples of fabrics that may not receive prints well include: terry cloth, spandex, thermal knit, knitted yarn/wool, fleece.

COURSE DETAILS
After registration, course details are available via the Northwind Art School learning portal, including course syllabus and supply information. Learn more

ABOUT JAIDEN
Jaiden Dokken (they/them) lives/laughs/lusts in Sequim, WA. They are a ceramicist, stamp-carver, writer, reader, illustrator, and novice pom-pom maker. Jaiden is currently serving as Clallam County’s first Poet Laureate.

Artist website: Jaiden Dokken, @jaidendokkenart, NOLS Poet Laureate

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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 Port Townsend offer Northwind Art School students a 10% discount on art supplies.

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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’s 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.