Monotype literally means “one of a kind” and refers to printmaking techniques where an artist paints directly onto a plate, which is then printed on paper. The result is a unique print of the image, which can be manipulated but never duplicated. This class will teach students a variety of painterly techniques including additive and subtractive mark making, stenciling and masking, overprinting and various other image making techniques. The class also investigates relief printing using linoleum and wood block techniques. We will cut and ink blocks to produce graphic images which can be combined with painterly monotype techniques. Students will have access to a large etching press and other hand printing techniques. This is a class for experimentation and play within a painterly language. The class consists of demonstrations, painting and printing sessions, critiques and field trips. Solvents, etching inks and plates will be provided. Additional supplies may need to be purchased.