Byron Conn, Elipsetray
Matthew Letzelter, Corrugate 13 (detail)
Lari Gibbons, Process
July 15 — 19
II
July 22 — 26
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Trays & Containers:
digital fabrication New Approaches to
Lithography
Byron Conn Matthew Letzelter
CAD drawing experience required.
CONCEPT
Design and create experimental
and unique wooden trays and containers using
the CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled)
router in combination with traditional
woodworking techniques. Experiment with
creating and designing forms and textures
along with functionality and ergonomics.
Adobe software skills highly recommended.
CONCEPT
& TECHNIQUES Students
create pieces using both CNC fabrication
and traditional woodworking. Projects vary in
material from solid wood to sheet goods. In the
beginning of the week, drawings are completed
in Fusion 360. Upon completion, objects
are
fabricated
and
assembled
using
necessary equipment. This exciting workshop explores
the photo lithography process combined with
image-making techniques using equipment
in the Digital Fabrication Lab (“FabLab”) at
Anderson Ranch Arts Center. Analog and
digital applications of photolithography are
presented. Devices such as laser cutters, digital
plotters and inkjet printers are used for image
development. Experimentation and a variety of
approaches are encouraged. Students discover
new and inventive ways of making images for
the lithography process not easily achieved by
hand. Those who are more digitally-focused
have the opportunity to explore a more
traditional and tactile printmaking process.
ACTIVITIES MEDIA & TECHNIQUES
MEDIA
Demonstrations are given on
the CNC, as well as on traditional woodworking
equipment. Students are introduced to the
capabilities of CAD Drawing and the CNC,
which then design and fabricate a tray or
tabletop object. There will be presentations,
design discussions and demonstrations on how
to craft wooden trays and containers.
FACULTY
Byron Conn is a furniture designer
and educator who specializes in the intersection
of digital and traditional making techniques.
The unique traces of each method are used to
accentuate the strength, beauty and versatility
of materials. All products and services of Byron
Conn Design focus on honesty in design,
materials and process.
www.byronconndesign.com
Students learn
photo lithography print processes as well as
image-making techniques using a variety of
fabrication machines. Laptops with Adobe
software along with drives to transfer data in
the FabLab are highly recommended (but not
required). Computer access is available.
ACTIVITIES
Each day consists of various
demonstrations and time for individual
exploration in both the printmaking studio and
FabLab. Students receive individual instruction
along with group discussions, and technical
support throughout the week.
FACULTY
Matthew Letzelter is an artist who
explores works on paper and print with a focus
on abstracted landscapes. He is a Professor at
Pacific Northwest College of Art in Portland,
OR where he’s Chair of the MFA in Print Media
Program, and Director of the Watershed Center
for Fine Art Publishing & Research.
www.pnca.edu/academics/special/watershed
August 12 — 16
II
Monoprint for Makers:
III
using laser-cut blocks,
jigsaws & stencils
Lari Gibbons
Basic Photoshop skills required.
CONCEPT
Examine how laser-cut stencils
and woodblocks can expand the possibilities of
a multilayered, painterly and playful approach
to making hand-pulled prints. Using Anderson
Ranch Art Center’s Digital Fabrication Lab
(“FabLab”) and the Patton Print Shop, students
produce unique, one-of-a-kind impressions
called monoprints. After working with laser-cut
paper stencils, we create shaped plates and
incorporate engraved woodblocks. Digital and
analog processes are integrated, creating a
dynamic studio practice.
MEDIA & TECHNIQUES
Students use
the FabLab to engrave woodblocks and cut
paper stencils that can be combined with
hand-drawn matrices and marks in the print
shop. Students who have a laptop with Adobe
Photoshop and Illustrator should bring it, along
with a flash drive. Those without one may use
available equipment. Although the instructor
demonstrates how to prepare images for
digital applications, basic Photoshop skills are
necessary.
ACTIVITIES
This workshop features hands-
on demonstrations in the FabLab and print shop
followed by ample studio time. We combinine
informal discussion and group feedback
with personalized instruction and ongoing
technical assistance.
FACULTY Lari Gibbons is an artist who explores
new and traditional approaches to printmaking
through collaborative, interdisciplinary projects.
She is professor at the University of North Texas
and also directs P.R.I.N.T, a nonprofit fine art
press. Lari received an MFA from the University
of Nebraska, Lincoln.
www.larigibbons.com
TUITION $975 TUITION $985 TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $1,175 TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $1,185 TUITION + STUDIO SUPPORT DONATION $1,185
REGISTRATION FEE $45 | STUDIO FEE $150 REGISTRATION FEE $45 | STUDIO FEE $100 REGISTRATION FEE $45 | STUDIO FEE $100
CODE W0709-19 ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10 CODE R0808-19 ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10 CODE R1111-19 ENROLLMENT LIMIT 10
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