At MIFA Printshop, we nurture your creative instincts.
Print & Chill: Advanced Printmaking Nights
This is an exclusive space for experienced printmakers to refine their craft and push their creative boundaries. Whether you're working with etching, woodcut, linocut, or any other printmaking technique, Print & Chill offers a focused environment to explore your artistic ideas.
Calling all experienced printmakers!
Bring your own materials—plates, inks, and tools—or choose to use our studio supplies. Work at your own pace, experiment with new techniques, and connect with other experienced printmakers.
Details:
Days & Time: Every Tuesday and Thursday, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
Location: 5900 Northwest 74th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33166
Ongoing workshops
Introduction to Printmaking Techniques: Woodcut, Linocut, Etching, and Monoprint
Introduction to Printmaking Techniques: Woodcut, Linocut, Etching, and Monoprint
Introduction to Printmaking Techniques: Woodcut, Linocut, Etching, and Monoprint
This courses offers an in-depth exploration of four essential printmaking techniques: Woodcut, Linocut, Etching, and Monoprint. Each session focuses on one technique, with three classes dedicated to hands-on practice. You'll learn the fundamentals of carving wood and linoleum, creating detailed etchings on metal, and experimenting with un
This courses offers an in-depth exploration of four essential printmaking techniques: Woodcut, Linocut, Etching, and Monoprint. Each session focuses on one technique, with three classes dedicated to hands-on practice. You'll learn the fundamentals of carving wood and linoleum, creating detailed etchings on metal, and experimenting with unique, one-of-a-kind monoprints. Perfect for both beginners and those looking to refine their skills, this course invites you to unlock your creative potential through the art of printmaking.
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4 Saturdays / 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Total: 12 hours
Value: $450.00
All supplies are included.
This workshop is structured for artists of all levels.
Exploring Collography: Printmaking with Texture and Layer
Introduction to Printmaking Techniques: Woodcut, Linocut, Etching, and Monoprint
Introduction to Printmaking Techniques: Woodcut, Linocut, Etching, and Monoprint
In this class, you'll dive into the world of Collography, a unique printmaking technique that uses textured materials to create rich, multi-layered prints. Through the process of adhering various materials onto a plate, you'll experiment with different textures and surfaces to build an image that comes to life through its tactile qualitie
In this class, you'll dive into the world of Collography, a unique printmaking technique that uses textured materials to create rich, multi-layered prints. Through the process of adhering various materials onto a plate, you'll experiment with different textures and surfaces to build an image that comes to life through its tactile qualities. Perfect for those seeking to explore texture and depth in their artwork, this course will guide you through the steps of preparing, inking, and printing your own collographs, offering endless creative possibilities.
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3 Saturdays / 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Total: 12 hours
Value: $300.00
All supplies are included.
This workshop is structured for artists of all levels.
Chine-collé
Engraving Line and Mezzotint on Copper
Engraving Line and Mezzotint on Copper
Combine traditional printing with the application of colored or textured paper, which adheres to the print paper during the process.
Ideal for: Those interested in adding color and collage to their prints
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4 Saturdays / 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Total: 12 hours
Value: $450.00
All supplies are included.
Available to beginners as well as advanced students.
Limited to 5 people.
Engraving Line and Mezzotint on Copper
Engraving Line and Mezzotint on Copper
Engraving Line and Mezzotint on Copper
This course is designed for artists with some prior experience in printmaking. It focuses on engraving lines and mezzotint on copper plates, a technique that requires a bit more physical strength and precision. Without the use of acids or mordants, students will learn to carve the copper surface to achieve intricate textures and rich tona
This course is designed for artists with some prior experience in printmaking. It focuses on engraving lines and mezzotint on copper plates, a technique that requires a bit more physical strength and precision. Without the use of acids or mordants, students will learn to carve the copper surface to achieve intricate textures and rich tonal effects, refining their skills in this demanding yet rewarding process.
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4 Saturdays / 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Total: 12 hours
Value: $350.00
All supplies are included.
Available to beginners as well as advanced students.
Limited to 5 people.
With Helio Salcedo – Colombian-born, Miami-based Artist
learn from a master printmaker and engraver
He studied at renowned institutions, including the École Royale des Beaux-Arts in Brussels, the Art Students League of New York, and the Escuela Departamental de Bellas Artes in Cali, Colombia.
His technical expertise and distinctive style have earned him solo exhibitions at the Museo Rayo in Colombia and galleries in Berlin, Miami, and New York. Notable group shows include the Bienal de San Juan del Grabado Latinoamericano and exhibitions at the African Museum of Life and Culture in Dallas.
Salcedo's work is part of prestigious collections, such as the Library of Congress and the Irish Museum of Modern Art. Among his many accolades, he received First Prize at the Bienal de Gráfica Latinoamericana in Puerto Rico and the Gold Medal at "Art pour Tous" in Brussels. He continues to create and teach from his studio in Miami, maintaining a lifelong commitment to printmaking.
