Printmaking Techniques: Etching, Drypoint & Mezzotint

Instructor: Tony Kirk

Dates: Thursdays, July 24 & 31, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ages: 14+

Members: $171

Non-Members: $190

(Registration deadline: July 18)

Description:

This workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to intaglio printmaking techniques including etching, drypoint and mezzotint. Employ a variety of mark-making tools to create both linear and tonal imagery on a copper plate matrix. Designed to address all levels of experience, you will build a foundation in ink application, plate wiping and press operation as you create a series of prints.

Open Studio Time:

Upon approval from the instructor, workshop participants will be granted access to the Robert Dente Printmaking Lab throughout the duration of the workshop. Aside from scheduled workshop hours, the Lab is available for independent use Monday – Saturday from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Materials:

Provided by instructor for a material fee (payable to the instructor):

• Printmaking paper: $6 per sheet

• Copper plates (each participant will need 2-3 plates):

  • 5x7" - $8

  • 6x8" - $10

  • 8x10" - $16

  • 10x12" - $22

• Mezzotint and etching tools (free to borrow during workshop sessions)

Provided by participant:

• Ideas, sketches, or drawings

• Preferred drawing materials 

• Optional: Etching needle (recommended if you want to continue working at home)

  • Amazon Link

  • Jerry's Artarama Link

  • Blick Art Supplies Link

• Optional: Scraper tool (recommended if you want to continue working at home)

  • Amazon Link

  • Jerry's Artarama Link

  • Blick Art Supplies Link

Please email ssamele@fivepointsarts.org if you have any questions about the materials list. 

Instructor Bio:

Master Printer, Anthony Kirk, brings almost fifty years of professional experience to Anthony Kirk Editions (AKE). Born in Scotland, Kirk attended Art School in England before moving to NYC in 1974. In 1988, Kenneth Tyler invited him to head up the etching department at Tyler Graphics Ltd. where he etched and proofed plates for Helen Frankenthaler, Frank Stella, John Walker, Donald Sultan and Joan Mitchell. In 2000, Kirk established his own printmaking studio in North Salem, NY. Here he brings to each collaborative project, an accumulation of experience, thereby realizing in print, the vision of each artist whether established or new to the medium.

Instructor Website

All workshops are held at the Five Points Arts Center, 855 University Drive

Workshops may be cancelled due to low enrollment if a minimum number of participants are not met. Registrants will be notified in advance and a refund or credit will be arranged (see workshop polices below for details).

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