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Printmaking Lab with Jessica Bley 9/4

Laboratory for experimenting and printing with our 27"x48" Dickerson Combination motorized printing press.

Class #2700.314: Sunday 9/4, 12-4pm
Cost: $20
Register at the link below or call 310.458.2239.

https://apm.activecommunities.com/santamonicarecreation/Activity_Search?detailskeyword=printmaking+lab


PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A LAB, NOT A CLASS - PRIOR EXPERIENCE WITH A PRINTING PRESS, EITHER HERE AT 1450 OCEAN OR ELSEWHERE IS REQUIRED.

Laboratory for experimenting and printing with our 27"x48" Dickerson Combination motorized printing press. Printmakers with some experience are invited to sign up for printing time; bring your blocks or everything you need to work on them here; monotype, linocut, and other similar techniques will be accommodated. Paper will be available for purchase; use of shared soy-based ink in primary colors, inking surfaces, brayers and disposable gloves included (bring your apron and tubes/portfolios for finished work). Limited overnight drying space available as well. These sessions are great for folks who have taken our printmaking classes in the past, or have learned elsewhere and want to practice their skills. We're partnering with local expert printers who will rotate in an advising capacity. Check our website for updates.

Jessica is a visual artist specializing in apparel and textile design. She received her Bachelor and Master degree in Apparel Design & Production at California State University, Northridge. During her graduate studies, She immersed herself in fine art print making. Combing illustration and photography with various printing techniques to produce original textile prints. Jessica is experienced in mono, relief, and alternative lithography printing. Her work is inspired by environmental crisis and sustainable solutions.
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Camera Obscura Art Lab at 1450 Ocean offers arts, crafts and culture classes year-round. Polish your writing, take a better picture, learn how to make paper, knit, sew, and find a community of artists and movers!

View and Register for classes at http://ow.ly/IehoU
Visit us at http://smgov.net/camera or 1450 Ocean Ave at Broadway
Contact camera@smgov.net or 310-458-2239
Join our email list at http://smgov.net/artsignup
View a list of classes & register at http://smgov.net/reserve
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Train: Metro terminus at 4th St/Colorado, 4 blocks away. Upon exiting the station go west on Colorado to Ocean Ave, cross the street to the Pier and turn right. We're in the park just past Broadway.

Parking: Under $2 for the first 2.5 hours in Parking Structure 6 (1431 2nd Street between Broadway and Santa Monica). On weekends at the Civic Auditorium lot at 1855 Main St it's $5 all day except during special events. Pier Deck: $10-15/day; Beach Lot 1N just north of the Pier $6-12/day. Meters on Ocean Avenue; $2/hr maximum 3 hours. More info:smgov.net/parking

Bus: Routes 1, 2, 8 and rapid 10. More info: metro.net or bigbluebus.com.

Bike: Ride your bike (bring a lock) or utilize the Breeze Bike Share corral just south of us in the park.

Registration (bring cash to cover material fees) In Person: Advance registration accepted at 1450 Ocean between 9am-5pm M-F & 11am-4pm Sat. Dropping in? Call 310-458-2239 to confirm availability, preferably by the Tuesday before class starts; plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of class; many classes do not allow drop ins.

Refunds/Transfers: Full refunds are given if class is cancelled before taking place - enroll online with confidence. For student withdrawals for any other reason, $15 processing fee for each multisession activity refunded; one-time classes & expended material fees are nonrefundable. Requests must be made in person, by mail, fax (310-899-0840), or email to communityclasses@smgov.net within 24 hours of first class meeting. All class dates, times, locations, and instructors are subject to change.

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