Printmaking and the Book
Course Info:
- Instructor: Patricia Silva
- Department: Fine Arts
- Area: Printmaking and Book Arts
- Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 90
- Course Number (SRISA): SART 3305
- Course Number (Maryville University): ART 355
- Prerequisite: No prerequisites are required for this course, however, attention to detail and good craftsmanship is a plus.
Course Description:
This intensive hands-on course will introduce students to the art of printmaking in relation to the creation of bookworks. Students will learn both printmaking and hand-bookmaking techniques which will culminate in the creation of original finished bookworks. Printmaking techniques we will explore will vary every semester but may include a combination of any of the following: relief printmaking, monotype printmaking, screenprinting and letterpress printing. Both traditional book structures and innovative contemporary book formats will be introduced. Students will incorporate these techniques and formats to create both individual and collaborative artist's books. Time permitting, the class will visit collections or workshops in Florence which preserve the Italian tradition of bookmaking.
SRISA studio courses will have personal and course materials to be purchased in Florence. Unless otherwise specified there is no need to bring consumable supplies with you. On the first day of class your professor will inform you of materials needed and where to get them in Florence.