Welcome to the world of mezzotint engraving! Instructed by Laine Groeneweg, this 2-day workshop will take participants through the full process of preparing a small mezzotint print. This age-old and elusive technique will be sure to inspire those who like to draw and render images with tone. The focus of the workshop will be split on both the plate production and print production with plenty of examples, tips, and tricks along the way.
All tools and materials will be supplied. This will be fantastic couple days of copper, ink and paper! Previous printmaking experience is not required.
$225 +hst
- DAY 1: Monday November 23
- Time: 10AM – 4PM
- DAY 2: Tuesday November 24
- Time: 10AM – 3PM
- Location: Smokestack Analog Studio (270 Sherman Ave. N)
Biography
Laine Groeneweg is a Hamilton-based artist, collaborator, and educator. Prioritizing ongoing experimentation in the analog print discipline, Laine incorporates a wide variety of print techniques in works that investigate an equally wide range of subjects from mythical creatures to the forms of everyday objects. His print works have been presented in solo and group exhibitions across Canada and internationally in the United States, Italy, Spain, India, Mexico, Belgium, Taiwan, and Russia. Since completion of his professional training as a printmaker at Il Bisonte Foundation in Florence, Italy, Laine has also worked extensively as a technician, teacher, and collaborative printer at some of Canada’s most renowned printmaking studios including Open Studio in Toronto and Centre[3] in Hamilton. In 2013, he founded the Smokestack Studio in The Cotton Factory that has since grown to encompass multi-faceted specializations in both analog and digital media.
