THE PRINT LAB PROJECT FACILITY

 

The Print Lab is equipped to provide all the basic tools necessary for the creation of monoprints and etchings.  Printmakers are welcome to use either non-toxic and/or traditional methods of printmaking, and will be held accountable for proper clean-up to ensure a clutter free and organized work environment for all.  Non-toxic printmakers should note Ferric Chloride acid, paint thinners, acetone and rosin used in the traditional method are provided in specifically designated and ventilated areas only. Traditional inks (and their oily fumes) are exposed to all areas of the print lab.  Traditional ink slabs are scraped clean with a razor, and scrubbed with Ajax and/or Simple Green.

 

ETCHING PRESSES (photos pending)

The Print Lab is currently equipped with two etching presses.  Additional presses are available with proven membership support.

• Conrad E-18 with star wheel (18" x 36" bed)

• Ettan MS -12 (12" X 24" bed)

 

MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

• large paper soaking tray

• triple stainless steel sink for washing and rinsing

• traditional & non-toxic rollers

• traditional & non-toxic inks

• six individual worktables with 30" x 22" glass surface

• 24" x 48" shared inking station

• 2 hot plates

• Cosmos Blotting paper, 360gsm, 24" x 38" (Available August 2014)

• wall mounted drying rack

• private flat file drawers for members

• private locker for members (12" high 12" width x 18" deep)

• Ferric Chloride acid room for etching, with ventilation

• Aquatint box

• Seperate traditional plate cleaning station with ventilation

• Assorted papers and various etching tools available for sale*

 

PRINTMAKING SUPPLIES FOR SALE (Available September 2014)

• Rives Standard and Heavyweight BFK paper

• Arches Cover paper

• Rising Stonehendge paper

• Domestic Etching paper

• Acrylic plates (various sizes available)

• Copper plates (various sizes available)

• Charbonnel Aqua Wash Etching Inks

• Daniel Smith Etching Inks

• Akua Intaglio Water-Based Inks, 8oz cans

• Various scrapers, burnishers, and scribes

 

* Monthly Membership participants receive 10% discount on all supplies