CLASSES
Both novice and advanced printmaker will find DPW printmaking classes that accommodate and challenge their skill level. Class sizes are kept to a minimum in order to facilitate individual instruction.​​​​​​​​​​​
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REDUCE, REUSE, TETRA PAK INTAGLIO​
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June 21 & 22, 2025
10am - 4pm
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Instructor: Taryn Walker
Fee: $370 + tax
Skill level: Beginner to intermediate
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Maximum number of student: 8​​
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Course Description: Get creative with this unique alternative to traditional intaglio printmaking using tetra paks! A versatile printmaking method that combines dry point techniques with recycled material and can be practiced at home or in the studio. This workshop is suitable for those new to printing with tetra pak intaglio as well as experienced printmakers who wish to have a little fun with a new material.
In this course, we will explore developing and etching an image, colour blending, tones, and gradations, building a composition and registering multiple layers, and pushing the boundaries of the material. Students will conclude the course with their very own edition of prints. (Warning: Best suited for individuals who have an affinity for delicious juice or oat milk coffees)!
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Materials: Instructor can provide an etching needle and scalpel at a cost of $25 (or you can bring your own), plus some extra inks, tracing paper, drawing tools, etc. for use during the class. Students will need to bring a few tetra paks, printmaking paper, sketchbook, drawing tools, and scissors. Full supply list will be provided upon registration. ​
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​Bio: Taryn Walker is an award-winning queer, interdisciplinary mixed-Indigenous artist of Nlaka'pamux, Syilx, and European ancestry currently based in the unceded territories of the xwmÉ™θkwÉ™yÌ“É™m, Skwxwú7mesh, and SÉ™lÌ“ílwÉ™taɬ Nations. Their work explores themes of futurity, spiraling time, utopia, tenderness, playfulness, healing, and cycles of life and death through drawing, printmaking, installation, video, and sound.
In 2018 Walker graduated from the University of Victoria's BFA program with a Major in Visual Arts and a Minor in Art History & Visual Studies. In December 2024, Walker completed their MFA at Simon Fraser University in Interdisciplinary Contemporary Arts.
Walker’s work has been presented in spaces, residencies, and events across Canada, the United States, and beyond. Notable recent achievements include receiving the SSHRC award (2023), and a printmaking research residency at the University of Tennessee Knoxville which included mentorship with Koichi Yamamoto (2024), and teaching the course Methods & Concepts: Printmaking at SFU during the Fall term (2024).
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NATURE'S IMPRINT: INTRO TO LINOCUT MINI​
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June 26, 2025
6pm - 9pm
Instructor: Christina Radvak
Fee: $75 + tax
Skill level: Beginner
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Maximum number of student: 8​
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Course Description: Beginner-friendly workshop to introduce participants to linocut printmaking and inspire their creativity through nature. Enjoy drawing, carving and printing in a relaxed atmosphere where participants can explore their artistic visions. Student will learn the design and plan out a linoprint, transfer a design to block, the carving process and how to use printmaking presses to create their final prints. Participants will leave with a hand-carved stamp and up to three (3) prints based on their own connection to nature. Students can choose to carve a stamp based on existing designs such as: a waterfall landscape, desert landscape or use a design of your choice! No experience is required. All supplies will be provided.
Linocut is a printmaking technique that involves carving a design into a piece of linoleum, applying ink to the carved surface, and then transferring the ink onto paper or paper.
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Materials: All materials are included in the cost of the course including a 4"x6" rubber block and paper that students can bring home at the end of the class. Other materials like carving tools, inks, brayer, etc will be available for use by the students.
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​Bio: Christina Radvak is a printmaking artist whose work focuses on their connection to nature. They are of Mexican-Canadian descent and are an uninvited settler to so-called Vancouver. Christina is a passionate teacher and loves introducing people to printmaking and getting them hooked on the art form.​​​​​​​​​​
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Please register online, in person or via phone during our regular gallery hours. You can also visit here or our Facebook page for updated course information and availability.
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PAYMENT OPTIONS
VISA, Master Card, or Debit.
WITHDRAWALS
With more than two weeks notice, DPW will refund fees minus a $30 administrative fee. With less than two weeks notice, DPW will refund fees minus a $50 administrative fee.
CANCELLATIONS
Courses may occasionally be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. Should DPW cancel a course, we will issue a full refund or credit.
