Expressive Explorations: Carborundum & Monoprint Workshop
3-Day Workshop with guest artist, Jeff Hirst
Nov. 6-8, 2026 | 10:00am – 4:00pm daily
All materials are included in tuition and lunch provided.
We are pleased to welcome multidisciplinary artist and educator, Jeff Hirst, to Print House for a dynamic three-day workshop exploring the expressive range of carborundum and monoprint techniques! Known for his innovative approach to layered surfaces and color, Jeff offers a rich combination of technical instruction and creative exploration.
Carborundum printing—a process that uses silicon carbide grit to create textured, tonal plates. This process is celebrated for its painterly, sculptural qualities. Over the course of the workshop, participants will work with a variety of substrates, including acrylic plates, to build multilayered images and develop complex visual relationships across multiple plates.
Monoprinting methods will be integrated throughout the workshop to expand the possibilities of mark-making, color, and composition. Participants will print with Akua intaglio and liquid pigment inks, learning how to combine transparent and opaque color systems to achieve depth and luminosity. Multiple registration strategies will be introduced to support accurate, stress-free printing.
Although the workshop offers substantial technical grounding, the focus remains on personal vision. Artists will create, build, and rebuild printing surfaces as they push their imagery forward. Sketchbooks will be used for rapid studies and idea development, while prompts and demonstrations will support experimentation and discovery. Jeff will also share visual resources and process presentations to deepen understanding of the medium.
Expect to:
Learn how to build carborundum plates using silicon carbide grit and various substrates
Develop layered imagery using both carborundum and monoprint techniques
Explore transparent and opaque color systems with Akua inks
Practice multiple registration methods for aligned, consistent prints
Use sketchbooks for idea generation and mark-making exploration
Receive individualized guidance while creating a series of experimental, expressive prints
Work in a supportive environment designed to encourage risk-taking and creative growth
DETAILS
Level: No prior experience required.
Dates: November 6-8, 2026
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm daily
Class size: Limited to 10 participants
Cancellation & Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel, you’ll receive a full refund with 72 hours notice.
Less than 72 hours’ notice, we’ll happily issue you a credit toward another class.
For same-day cancellations or no-shows, tuition is nonrefundable.
Register & Pay: ADD TO CART then click on the CART at TOP RIGHT of the site to complete checkout.
Expressive Explorations: Carborundum & Monoprint Workshop
3-Day Workshop with guest artist, Jeff Hirst
Nov. 6-8, 2026 | 10:00am – 4:00pm daily
All materials are included in tuition and lunch provided.
We are pleased to welcome multidisciplinary artist and educator, Jeff Hirst, to Print House for a dynamic three-day workshop exploring the expressive range of carborundum and monoprint techniques! Known for his innovative approach to layered surfaces and color, Jeff offers a rich combination of technical instruction and creative exploration.
Carborundum printing—a process that uses silicon carbide grit to create textured, tonal plates. This process is celebrated for its painterly, sculptural qualities. Over the course of the workshop, participants will work with a variety of substrates, including acrylic plates, to build multilayered images and develop complex visual relationships across multiple plates.
Monoprinting methods will be integrated throughout the workshop to expand the possibilities of mark-making, color, and composition. Participants will print with Akua intaglio and liquid pigment inks, learning how to combine transparent and opaque color systems to achieve depth and luminosity. Multiple registration strategies will be introduced to support accurate, stress-free printing.
Although the workshop offers substantial technical grounding, the focus remains on personal vision. Artists will create, build, and rebuild printing surfaces as they push their imagery forward. Sketchbooks will be used for rapid studies and idea development, while prompts and demonstrations will support experimentation and discovery. Jeff will also share visual resources and process presentations to deepen understanding of the medium.
Expect to:
Learn how to build carborundum plates using silicon carbide grit and various substrates
Develop layered imagery using both carborundum and monoprint techniques
Explore transparent and opaque color systems with Akua inks
Practice multiple registration methods for aligned, consistent prints
Use sketchbooks for idea generation and mark-making exploration
Receive individualized guidance while creating a series of experimental, expressive prints
Work in a supportive environment designed to encourage risk-taking and creative growth
DETAILS
Level: No prior experience required.
Dates: November 6-8, 2026
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm daily
Class size: Limited to 10 participants
Cancellation & Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel, you’ll receive a full refund with 72 hours notice.
Less than 72 hours’ notice, we’ll happily issue you a credit toward another class.
For same-day cancellations or no-shows, tuition is nonrefundable.
Register & Pay: ADD TO CART then click on the CART at TOP RIGHT of the site to complete checkout.
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