In this one-day printmaking class, students will have the opportunity to ink and run plates through the printing press while learning about the history of vitreography at Pilchuck. The day will start with a walk around campus where students will gather materials and inspiration from the land to create unique, one-of-a-kind prints called monotypes. Students will explore the gorgeous landscape of Pilchuck’s campus, get inky in the print shop, and leave at the end of the day with handmade prints. All skill levels are welcome!

Participants age 14+ are welcome. Parents or guardians must sign up alongside participants under the age of 18.

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About Lauren Steinert

Lauren Steinert is Co-Director of the Chicago Printmakers Collaborative where she coordinates membership, organizes and teaches classes, and manages the gallery. Steinert received her MFA in printmaking after receiving her Bachelor of Science and Arts in printmaking and glass-working along with degrees in environmental science and German. Her career has included working as an Adjunct faculty in printmaking, printmaking technician and studio coordinator, glassblowing instructor, and artist assistant. Steinert's art practice revolves around documenting and archiving the histories of the community work spaces she occupies. She believes that objects hold memories more distinctly than people do and aims to give a glimpse at the history surrounding us and the traces of our existence.