Windsor Printmakers Forum

Collagraph for Beginners or Experienced Printmakers

Date/Time: 4 Sessions, Mondays 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm; Sept. 20, 27 Oct. 4, 18 2010
Instructor: Munazza Naeem

Instructor’s Phone: 519-796-5144

Location: Windsor Printmaker’s Forum
Cost: $180 plus tax

Course Description:

Collagraph for Beginners or Experienced Printmakers

The freedom of collagraph relief printmaking gives many creative possibilities. If it can be inked, it can be printed. Found objects from nature, like dried fruit, leaf, and flattened street trash can combine with painterly marks from glues and gesso to create a collage plate. These plates are versatile and can be printed as a gauffrage (uninked embossing), hand-colored as a wood block, or printed as a viscosity. Bring materials that are interesting to the first class. No previous printmaking experience is necessary. There will be demonstrations as well as, individualized instruction. Limited to eight students
Materials: Course cost includes all materials except for paper and drawing implements. Printmaking paper can be purchased by the sheet at Windsor Printmaker’s Forum or students may bring their own. Materials list will be provided at the time of registration.

Register by email: workshops@wpfstudio.org ,

Office Phone: 519-253-9493
Instructor’s Phone: 519-796-5144

Mega Print for Beginners

Date/Time: 4 Sessions, Tuesdays 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, Sept. 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12.
Instructor: Munazza Naeem

Munazza will teach Relief, Intaglio, Lithography Printing, Sept. 9, 16, and 30
Instructor: To be announced for Screen Printing Oct. 7

Location: Windsor Printmaker’s Forum
Cost: $180 plus tax

Course Description:

Mega Print for Beginners

This four week course offers a basic foundation in four different print media: relief, intaglio, Lithography and screen printing.

Participants will spend 3 hours with an instructor each week and will complete a small sample print in each medium. There will be demonstrations as well as, individualized instruction. Limited to eight students.

Materials: Course cost includes all materials except for paper and drawing implements. Printmaking paper can be purchased by the sheet at Windsor Printmaker’s Forum or students may bring their own. Materials list will be provided at the time of registration.

Register by email: workshops@wpfstudio.org

Office Phone: 519-253-9493
Instructor’s Phone: 519-796-5144

Everything Needs Everything: Rehersal for Disaster, Libby Hague

Sense of Place opens at the Yukon Art’s Centre

September 9 to
October 29, 2010

YUKON ARTS CENTRE OPENING RECEPTION
Thursday, September 9
7:30 pm

6:00 PM: FORUM
with Alistair MacLeod, Nino Ricci, Rebecca Belmore, IAIN BAXTER&.

YUKON ARTS CENTRE GALLERY HOURS
Tuesday to Friday:
10 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 12 pm to 5 pm
Open for theatre performances.

Sense of Place

Windsor Printmaker’s Forum

Organized and circulated by the
Windsor Printmaker’s Forum with guest speakers
Alistair McLeod, Nino Ricci, Rebecca Belmore and Iain Baxter&.

Sense of Place gathers works by thirty-six artists from across both sides of the Canada-USA border around the theme of place through printmaking. Ranging from traditional techniques on traditional surfaces―such as monotypes, etchings, woodcuts, lithographs, and silkscreens―to digital prints and found objects, the show maps out the broad field of contemporary printmaking. The theme is largely conceptual; while there is some landscape imagery in the show, the works focus more on how our sense of place is linked to our sense of self.

The Yukon Arts Centre is located at:
300 College Drive
Whitehorse, Yukon

Mailing Address
Box 16
Whitehorse, YT
Y1A 5X9 Canada

Yukon Arts Centre

Teen/Adult/Senior Workshops For July/August Summer 2010

Intaglio/Etching for Beginners or Experienced Printmakers

Date/Time: 6 Sessions, Tuesdays 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, July 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Instructor: Munazza Naeem

Instructor’s Phone: 519-796-5144

Location:

Windsor Printmaker’s Forum,

420 Devonshire Rd, North Side Entrance, Lower Level

Windsor, On.

N8Y 4T6

Register by email: workshops@wpfstudio.org

Office Phone: 519-253-9493

Cost: $250 plus tax

Course Description:

Intaglio/Etching for Beginners or Experienced Printmakers

For both beginners and those wishing to improve their skills, this course will focus on traditional methods of working copper/zinc plates. Intaglio techniques include a number of rich and varied processes. The class will cover etching, drypoint, aquatint, use of soft and hard grounds, and the combination of techniques on a single plate. Printing techniques will be demonstrated as well as, individualized instruction. A selection of visual resources will be used to introduce style, techniques, and artist. This condensed program will help students become confident with the basic tools and Intaglio techniques.
Class size limited to ten students.

Materials: Course cost includes all materials except for paper and drawing implements. Printmaking paper can be purchased by the sheet at Windsor Printmaker’s Forum or students may bring their own. Materials list will be provided at the time of registration.

Register by email: workshops@wpfstudio.org

Office Phone: 519-253-9493

Instructor’s Phone: 519-796-5144

Course List for Children July – August Summer 2010

One Day Workshops for Children (Gr. 4-8)

Date/Time: 4 hours, Thursdays 12:30- 4:30 pm;
Cost: $40 plus tax
All supplies will be provided;
Class size limited to 8 students.
There will be demonstrations with time for questions and answer, as well as, individualized instruction.

Instructor: Munazza Naeem
Instructor’s Phone: 519-796-5144

Location:

Windsor Printmaker’s Forum,

420 Devonshire Rd, North Side Entrance, Lower Level

Windsor, On.

N8Y 4T6

Register by email: workshops@wpfstudio.org
Office Phone: 519-253-9493

Handmade Greeting Cards

Date/Time: One day workshop, Thursday 12:30 - 4:30 pm, July 22, 2010

Painting Mixed Media and Collage

Date/Time: One day workshop, Thursday 12:30 - 4:30 pm, July 29 - 30, 2010

Monoprinting/Monotypes

Date/Time: One day workshop, Thursday 12:30 - 4:30 pm, Aug. 5, 2010

Learn How to Draw and Paint with Imagination

Date/Time: One day workshop, Thursday 12:30 - 4:30 pm, Aug. 12, 2010

Learn How to Draw and Paint Flowers and Butterflies

Date/Time: One day workshop, Thursday 12:30- 4:30 pm, Aug. 19, 2010

Learn How to Draw and Paint Cars and Wheels

Date/Time: One day workshop, Thursday Fri 12:30- 4:30 pm Aug. 26, 2010

Private Group Instruction

Date/Time: One day workshop, Thursday Fri 12:30- 4:30 pm Aug. 26, 2010

We can also accommodate your choice of day and time. Five minimum students. Maximum number of students will vary depending upon course/workshop selected.

Course Descriptions

Handmade Greeting Cards

Workshop Description: Spend the afternoon making a card for someone special. This hands-on workshop will focus on creating one-of-a-kind cards using a range of collage materials such as paper, buttons, glitter, ribbon and paint etc.

Painting Mixed Media and Collage

Workshop Description: In this course students will create an image with mixed media collage that builds into either a realistic or abstract image. The use of colour and painting techniques are the focus; students will create vibrant and imaginative 2-dimensional works of art. Students will playfully explore an exciting combination of tools and materials while focusing on colour mixing, blending, contrasts and harmonies while learning about the tools associated with tempera, acrylics, watercolor and gouache paints. This fun class provides a perfect art opportunity.

Monoprinting/Monotypes

Workshop Description: Monoprinting is a printing technique whereby a design is drawn onto a flat non-porous surface, also referred to as a printing plate. Paper is laid on top and after pressing, the image from the plate is transferred onto the paper. Monoprinting, as the name suggests, is when you create on unique print (rather than having a plate or a screen with an image which can be reproduced again and again).  There are a number of different ways to make a monoprint, but in this workshop students will learn three different methods of monoprinting while focusing on basic drawing and painting techniques. Students will learn how to use variety of tools and found material e.g. leaf, lace, ribbons, and different textural papers etc. Students will learn how to create a good composition and explore a variety of techniques and mediums that allow for creative expression in a fun and supportive atmosphere.

Learn How to Draw and Paint with Imagination

Workshop Description: In this four- hour workshop students will learn how to depict their ideas and imagination on to the canvas or paper. This workshop will help young artists to explore their talent and creativity while focusing on their choice of medium.

Learn How to Draw and Paint Flowers and Butterflies

Workshop Description: In this workshop students will learn how to paint colourful flowers and butterflies by using different size and shapes of brushes while focusing on colour mixing, blending and collage.

Learn How to Draw and Paint Cars and Wheels

Workshop Description: In this workshop students will learn how to draw and paint cars and wheels while focusing on basic drawing and painting techniques. Students will learn how to use variety of tools e.g. the geometrical shapes. Students will explore a variety of techniques and medium that allow for creative expression in a fun and supportive atmosphere.

Note: Consider the advantages of membership. Members receive a 20% discount on workshop fees.

Windsor Printmaker’s Forum is participating in the Walkerville BIA’s 8th ANNUAL – 2010 ART WALK & ROCK

Friday, July 16th & Saturday, July 17th, 2010 in Historic Walkerville.

Friday WPF hours are 4:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Saturday WPF hours are 11:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

This year the event is taking place right outside our door! The Walkerville BIA will be closing off Devonshire Road to traffic to accommodate the festival where there will be open air artists’ booths, music and food. Our studio and gallery will be open and we are pleased to be part of this exciting summer neighbourhood event.

Submissions

Members are invited to submit works to display and sell in the gallery. We will be accepting framed, matted or shrink-wrapped work at our studio July 5th, 6th and 7th from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. WPF receives 30% of any work sold.

Read more about this event at the
Walkerville BIA site.

WPF Volunteers needed:

Members are invited to help WPF with this event. Your assistance with gallery preparation or greeting guests in the gallery would be appreciated, and don’t forget the fun factor! If you can give us a few hours of your time for gallery prep or hosting during the two day event please contact us.

For further inquiries email info@wpfstudio.org or call the office at 519-253-9493.

The International Freedom Festival fireworks display is scheduled for Monday June 21st this year. Again Mike Brkovich, our landlord, has graciously given his parking lots over to us to raise money for the Forum. There are 3 large lots with multiple entrances. We need people to help direct traffic, park cars and take money. We rely on our members to volunteer in situations such as this. We hope we can count you in.

Quotes from prior fireworks parking volunteers:

“This is the most fun I have had in 3 years”

Fireworks Parking attendants needed

Date: Monday, June 21, 2010

Time: 6:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.

Place: Windsor Printmaker’s Forum, 420 Devonshire Rd., Windsor, On. N8W 3E1

email RSVP to:
info@wpfstudio.org

Thank you for your help and support.

The Board of Directors
Windsor Printmaker’s Forum.

Event information

Official site: http://www.summerfestwindsor.org/main/event_schedule.html

We are pleased to announce that the Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) has donated a booth to Windsor Printmaker’s Forum for this years Art in the park. We have been assigned booth 112A. We will have the opportunity to promote printmaking and Windsor Printmaker’s Forum to the public at this event.

Teachers submit your student’s work

Our Student show is moved to Art in the Park this year. We are inviting teachers to submit their student’s work. The winning student entries will be exhibited in our booth. If you have not already done so, please bring your student’s work to the office on Wednesday May 26th. between 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. Alternatively, on Wednesday June 2nd between 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.

Members submit your work

Current members may drop off their work at the office on Wednesday May 26th. between the hours of 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. Alternatively, on Wednesday June 2nd between 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Note: Because the booth is a donation to WPF, no work may be sold. You may however leave your business cards at the booth.

Volunteers Needed

We could use some help with the event. Maybe you can help with set-up, tear down, do a demo, or work in the booth for a few hours? Please let us know what you can do to help out.

Contact us for more information via email at: printmakersforum@cogeco.net or call the office at 519-253-9493.

Windsor Printmaker’s Forum
420 Devonshire Rd, (North entrance, Lower Level)
Windsor, On.
519-253-9493

Some information about Art in the Park.

Art in the Park is held the first full weekend in June of each year, and is the signature event that launches Windsors festival season. This event is one of Ontario’s largest outdoor arts and crafts shows with exhibitors from all over Ontario, Quebec and the state of Michigan. The exhibitors display and retail their wares in booths set up around the 15.5 acres of gated grounds surrounding the beautiful and historic Willistead Mansion in Walkerville (Windsor), Ontario.

Art in the Park Admission Hours:

Friday, June 4th - 5:00pm to 11:00pm - Spirit Tent Only
Saturday, June 5th - 10:00am - 7:00pm - All Exhibitors open
12:00pm - 11:00pm - Spirit Tent open
Sunday, June 6th - 10:00am - 5:00pm - All Exhibitors open
12:00pm - 5:00pm - Spirit Tent open

Admission is $5 per person (advanced tickets $4)

Children 12 and under get in free when accompanied by an adult.

All proceeds raised by this event go toward supporting the restoration of Willistead Manor and supporting local childrens charities such as: The John McGivney Centre for Children and Maryvale Adolescent and Family Services.

DEADLINE AND VENUE CHANGE

New Deadline Date: Wednesday May 26th, 2010 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
New Location: Art in the Park, booth 112a
New Exhibition dates: June 5th & 6th

The Windsor Printmaker’s Forum is inviting your school to participate in our 2010 Annual Juried Student Exhibit, Prints & Works on Paper. The competition is open to students from St. Clair College and all area high schools in Windsor and Essex County. The call is for work created in the 2009 - 2010 school year.

The Windsor Printmaker’s Forum is pleased to partner with the University of Windsor for the student competition: Dr. Michele Tarailo has kindly offered to serve a juror. Additional jurors will be announced. Awards will be presented.

Students may submit original works on paper created from any media: traditional or experimental. Please see the attached submission form, for details.

The NEW deadline for submissions is: May 26, 2010 at 5:00 P.M. The Winning student’s work will be exhibited at the NEW location of ART IN THE PARK. Our booth number is 112A. Art in the Park takes place on the 15.5 acres of gated grounds surrounding the beautiful and historic Willistead Mansion on 1899 Niagara Street (at Kildare Street) in Walkerville (Windsor), Ontario. in Windsor, ON.

The winning entries of Prints and Works on Paper will run at Art in the Park for the weekend of June 5th and 6th. To encourage all schools to participate Windsor Printmaker’s is waiving exhibition submission fees.

Teachers, please consider enrolling your school as a member of Windsor Printmaker’s Forum. Membership for a school entitles your art students to 3 weeks of exhibition time and also allows up to 5 students to attend workshops, taught by professional artists, at a discounted rate of 10% off. We hope that you too, as an educator, will consider the opportunities to join our organization as an individual member. Your membership helps to ensure that Windsor Printmaker’s continues to be a vibrant part of our cultural community.

Please contact us at The Windsor Printmaker’s Forum at 519-253-9493 or by email: printmakersforum@cogeco.ca We look forward to hearing from you.

Best Regards,
The Board of Directors of Windsor Printmaker’s Forum

July 2008, the Ontario Arts Council awarded the Windsor Printmaker’s Forum a Touring and Collaborations Grant for the Sense of Place exhibit. The provincial tour was successfully launched to a sold out audience at the University of Toronto Arts Centre May 5th, 2009. The exhibition travels to the Thames Art Gallery, Chatham Ontario, April 9th, 2010 and runs until May 9th 2010 with an opening reception April 17th.

The Sense of Place provincial tour continues to build momentum, other galleries include:

McIntosh Art Gallery, London Ontario, January 3rd to February 12, 2011.

Sudbury Art Gallery, September 15th to November 13th, 2011.

Thunder Bay Art Gallery, January to February 2012.

July 10th, 2009 the Ontario Arts Council, in recognition of the merit of the Sense of Place project awarded a National & International Touring Project grant to the Windsor Printmaker’s Forum.

September 9, 2010 the Sense of Place travels to Whitehorse Yukon!

The itinerary continues to develop with plans to travel to the Arctic, East and West Coasts.

November 5, 2009 the Ontario Trillium Foundation approved a grant for the Windsor Printmaker’s Forum to tour the Sense of Place exhibit in Chatham, Sudbury and Thunder Bay. Panel discussions, “the role of place in art and literature” and printmaking workshops conducted by guest artists will be made possible through the grant.

Through the OAC and the Ontario Trillium Foundation the Windsor Printmaker’s Forum and the 30 Sense of Place exhibition artists from across Canada and Michigan have received tremendous exposure via the Provincial and National tour. The Windsor Printmaker’s also gratefully acknowledges the generous spirit of special guests Alistair MacLeod, Iain Baxter& and Nino Ricci for their contributions.

The Ontario Arts Council is an agency of the Government of Ontario

The Ontario Trillium Foundation is an agency of the Government of Ontario

Windsor Printmaker’s Forum welcomes all members to attend our Annual General Meeting. Members please join us in our palatial underground studio space, enjoy refreshments and the company of fellow artists and arts supporters, and find out what is happening at your local artist run printmaking studio. Current and new members may take part in voting; memberships can be renewed or obtained prior to the meeting by contacting our studio office at 519. 253. 9493.

At this time we will be electing members to the Board of Directors. If you would like to further Windsor Printmaker’s efforts in promoting art in the community please make sure your membership is current so you can be eligible for nomination to the Board.

Date:
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Time:
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location:
420 Devonshire Road, Lower Level (enter off Assumption St), Windsor, ON