Juried Members Show
Leighton Art Centre, Calgary AB February 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am – April 6, 2025 @ 4:00 pm (closed Mondays) The Juried Members Exhibition is an annual curated exhibition, with every Leighton Art Centre artist member eligible to submit up to two of their best recent pieces for consideration. With 43 works from over 150 submissions, this 23rd annual celebration of our member artists is a fresh and exciting visual treat. Please join us for the Opening Reception on Saturday, February 8 from 1 to 4pm, artist remarks at 2pm. |
Intro to Letterpress
Alberta Printmakers, Calgary AB 1 Day Workshop March 30th, 2025 10:00am – 4:00pm Course Description: Get Started with Letterpress printing and try different types of letterpress printing presses! Looking for a quick and beautiful way to do relief printing? Using printing presses will give you the speed and flexibility to take your art to the next level.Compatible with Linocut printing, Polymer plates and Woodcuts, this class gives you the knowledge to lock these things up with lead type or on their own in their two user friendly presses! Cost: $135.00 Registration: Click here to sign up! |
Next Steps in Letterpress
Alberta Printmakers, Calgary AB 1 Day Workshop April 13th, 2025 10:00am – 4:00pm Course Description: Are you ready to expand your letterpress skills and broaden your printing abilities? Join us for a deeper look at printing with platen and cylinder presses and increase your independence within the print shop! The class is excellent for students who own or are considering purchasing their own press or those who want to independently use the A/P Studio presses with greater confidence. Registration: Registration Opening Soon! |
Intro to Linocut
Alberta Printmakers, Calgary AB 1 Day Workshop April 27th, 2025 10:00am – 4:00pm Course Description: In this class, students will learn the basics of linocut printmaking. The instructor will teach students about composition, safe cutting techniques and how to pull prints. Also covered will be information about choosing tools, ink and papers suitable for a wide range of projects. Participants will leave with hand pulled prints of their own design, their own carved blocks as well as the skill to practice at home using basic art materials. Registration: Registration Opening Soon! |