Printmaking Classes & Workshops
at the Center for Research, Art, Technology, & Education
Classes, workshops and demonstrations are offered on an on-going basis throughout the year. The following (6-hour per day) classes are taught as 2-day ($300), 3-day ($450), and 5-day ($600) programs. Tuition is discounted 20% for students currently enrolled in MFA programs.
Basic Etching Techniques (also offered as a single-day program)
Intro to dry-point, hardground, aquatint, and other traditional intaglio techniques. All processes utilize nontoxic materials.
Introduction to Photoetching
An introduction to the latest techniques and technologies for photo mechanical etching. The program will focus on the use of photopolymer films and will explore the integration of hand-drawn, Xeroxed, and digitally manipulated imagery.
Intensive Photoetching
This program is designed for artists who have a background in "traditional" photoetching processes, experience with Adobe Phtoshop on the Macintosh, and previous experience in generating positive transparencies. The course will focus on more advanced uses of the photopolymer films for photointaglio.
Macintosh & Digital Imaging Classes
The CRATE offers a full array of computer imaging classes. From a 1-day introduction to the Macintosh computer, to intensive six session advanced programs on Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Quark XPress. Mac and digital classes are private tutorials, tuition is $125 per 4-hour day.
The CRATE is located at 2200 Adeline Studio #315, Oakland, CA 94607
Phone & Fax 510-645-1803