Ouluntie 3, Helsinki
Silkscreen printing (basics), 14.−15.5. & 11.−12.6.
Experimental cyanotype, 19.5. & 20.5. & 22.5.
Drypoint as an alternative to etching, 21.5. & 23.5.
Introduction to etching, 26.-27.5.
Applying chine-collé with Japanese paper, 30.5. & 31.5.
Experimental paper lithography / gum arabic transfer, 16.5. & 17.5.
Tuesday 10−15h and Wednesday 10−15h
Duration of the workshop: 10h
Price: 270€ including materials
Capacity: max 2.
Address: Ouluntie 3
Registration until 16.5.
rita.vargas(a)gmail.com / phone: 0452215100 / Rita Vargas
Teaching days: Tuesday − Wednesday 24.5.−25.5. 12−17hWelcome to photopolymer course. This introductory course will teach you how to use environmentally friendly polymer method as a variation of intaglio method. Photopolymer combines digital media, industrial flexographic photosensitive photopolymer plates with traditional inking and etching techniques. Through photopolymer you can print your photographs or your drawings with high quality results. UV light is used to transfer the image onto the plate and its development will be done with water. You will be able to match your plate with your original photograph and to print it on the etching press! After the workshop, you will come out with a handful of prints and explore the unique expressive possibilities of this method further. In this course, artists with or without experience in printmaking can participate.
14.5.−15.5. Saturday 10−18h and Sunday 10−18h
11.−12.6. Saturday 10−18h and Sunday 10−18h
Duration of the workshop: 16h
Price: 250€ p/course and p/person, including materials.
Capacity: max 2.
Address: Ouluntie 3
Registration until 16.5. for the course 14.5.−15.5. and until 31.5. for the course 11.−12.6. to rita.vargas(a)gmail.com / phone: 0452215100 / Rita Vargas.
Teaching days: Saturday − Sunday 14.5.−15.5. 10−18h / Saturday – Sunday 11. −12.6. 10-18hLearn the processes involved in translating drawings and photographs into a screen print. The course will cover everything you need to get you started, from preparing your artwork for print and getting your image onto a screen using photo-stencil technique, to printing and registration, using water-based inks. You can also work on your own projects and receive help with any specific printing skills that you would like to gain. This workshop is perfect for anyone with an interest in screen printing, either beginners or those who want to build upon any existing skills. All materials and equipment provided. This workshop is tailored according to the participant’s level of knowledge in printmaking. Preference will be given by order of registering. Explore this diverse medium in a friendly learning environment using Vargas Print Studio facilities.
Experimental cyanotype workshops, 19.5. & 20.5. & 22.5., teacher Rita Vargas
Thursday 16−20h
Friday 16−20h
Sunday 16−20h
Duration of the workshop: 4h
Price: 79€ p/course/day/person, including materials.
Capacity: max 5.
Address: Ouluntie 3
Registration until 16.5.
rita.vargas(a)gmail.com / phone: 0452215100 / Rita Vargas
Registration until 16.5. and payment is made to Vargas Print Studio FI2415443000117239. Message: Cyanotype workshop and name. We need information for billing purposes. 50% of the workshop fee is made in advance and in case of cancelling, it is not returned.
About the course:
Teaching days: Thursday 16−20h / Friday 16−20h / Sunday 16−20h
Welcome to the blue printing method! Cyanotype (or blue print) is a photographic technique discovered in 1842 by the English scientist and astronomer Sir John Herschel. In this workshop, we will learn how to mix a photosensitive solution with potassium ferricyanide and ferric ammonium citrate, coat the paper with it and expose it later with ultraviolet light (or Sunlight). This is a technique that can be done with kids and especially families and who would like to have some fun with a group of friends, while at the same time, learn new skills. You will develop your image through different stages on this one-day taster course and come out with a handful of prints! This workshop is tailored according to the participant’s level of knowledge in printmaking. Preference will be given by order of registering.
Drypoint as an alternative to etching, 21.5. & 23.5., teacher Rita Vargas
Saturday 11−15h
Monday 11−15h
Duration of the workshop: 4h
Price: 79€ p/course/day/person, not including materials.
Capacity: max 5.
Address: Ouluntie 3
Registration until 16.5.
rita.vargas(a)gmail.com / phone: 0452215100 / Rita Vargas
Registration until 16.5. and payment is made to Vargas Print Studio FI2415443000117239. Message: Drypoint workshop and name. We need information for billing purposes. 50% of the workshop fee is made in advance and in case of cancelling, it is not returned.
About the course:
Teaching days: Saturday 11−15h / Monday 11−15h
Using copper plates, you will be shown how to express images through different mark making techniques. Drypoint has a singular quality, giving strong and raw lines. You will develop your image through different stages on this one-day taster course and come out with a handful of prints.
In these workshops, participants will learn the principles of drypoint, its instruments and methods. Participants will learn how to draw in metal, ink and produce a small edition on paper under professional guidelines, tools, and equipment. Participants will have access to professional tools, colours, and equipment for further independent practice. Professional printmakers and artists can use the time to explore the technique at its most and are able to produce editions on paper during the workshop time, with or without professional guidance.
Drypoint workshop is tailored according to the participant’s level of knowledge in printmaking. Preference will be given by order of registering.
Introduction to etching, 26.-27.5., teacher Rita Vargas
Thursday 15−20h
Friday 15−20h
Duration of the workshop: 10h
Price: 79€ p/course/person, not including materials.
Capacity: max 3.
Address: Ouluntie 3
Registration until 16.5.
rita.vargas(a)gmail.com / phone: 0452215100 / Rita Vargas
Registration until 16.5. and payment is made to Vargas Print Studio FI2415443000117239. Message: Etching workshop and name. We need information for billing purposes. 50% of the workshop fee is made in advance and in case of cancelling, it is not returned.
About the course:
Teaching days: Thursday 15−20h − Friday 15−20h
Welcome to the etching workshop! Using copper plates, the participants will learn how to apply methods for etching. Through the application of hard ground, the participants will draw directly on the prepared surface and experiment different stages of etching on the plate, ink and produce a small edition on paper under professional guidelines, tools, and equipment. Participants will have access to professional tools and colours. Professional printmakers and artists can use the time to explore the technique at its most and are able to produce editions on paper during the workshop time, with or without professional guidance. This etching workshop is tailored according to the participant’s level of knowledge in printmaking. Preference will be given by order of registering.
Applying chine-collé with Japanese paper, 30.5. & 31.5., teacher Rita Vargas
Monday 15−20h
Tuesday 15−20h
Duration of the workshop: 5h
Price: 79€ p/course/person, including Japanese paper with exception to printing paper.
Capacity: max 3.
Adress: Ouluntie 3
Registration until 16.5.
rita.vargas(a)gmail.com / phone: 0452215100 / Rita Vargas
Registration until 16.5. and payment is made to Vargas Print Studio FI2415443000117239. Message: Chine colle workshop and name. We need information for billing purposes. 50% of the workshop fee is made in advance and in case of cancelling, it is not returned.
About the course:
Teaching days: Monday 15−20h / Tuesday15−20h
Welcome to the chine-collé workshop! Using copper plates, the participants will have the opportunity to prepare and work the plate with drypoint techniques, to ink, learn how to apply two different methods for using coloured Japanese paper and produce a small edition on paper under professional guidelines, tools, and equipment. Participants will have access to professional tools and colours. Professional printmakers and artists can use the time to explore the technique at its most and are able to produce editions on paper during the workshop time, with or without professional guidance. This workshop is tailored according to the participant’s level of knowledge in printmaking. Preference will be given by order of registering.
Experimental paper lithography / gum arabic transfer, 16.5. & 17.5., teacher Rita Vargas
Monday 15−20h
Tuesday 15−20h
Duration of the workshop: 5h
Price: 79€ p/course/person, not including paper.
Capacity: max 5.
Adress: Ouluntie 3
Registration until 16.5.
rita.vargas(a)gmail.com / phone: 0452215100 / Rita Vargas
Registration until 16.5. and payment is made to Vargas Print Studio FI2415443000117239. Message: Paper Lithography workshop and name. We need information for billing purposes. 50% of the workshop fee is made in advance and in case of cancelling, it is not returned.
About the course:
Teaching days: Monday 15−20h / Tuesday15−20h
Participants will learn how to use gum arabic transfer (sometimes called paper lithography) to create images on paper from carbon photocopies. Inks are provided and papers are available for purchase at the studio, there is a price list. Suitable for all – experienced or not. Professional printmakers and artists can use the time to explore the technique at its most and are able to produce editions on paper during the workshop time, with or without professional guidance. This workshop is tailored according to the participant’s level of knowledge in printmaking. Preference will be given by order of registering.
Vargas Print Studio activities are supported by TAIKE, Arts Promotion Centre Finland.
Note: 171x100cm door. No access for a wheelchair. Max.10 people. WC.
