2 Session Class

Spaces Available: 7

Instructor: Sara Tabbert

Dates of the class: Saturday & Sunday, January 31 & February 1, 2026

Time of the class: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Location: Pioneer Park – Cabin 66 – Print Shop (Click on the link for accessibility information.)

Want to learn how to turn inexpensive and free materials into versatile, easy to make, beautiful plates for printmaking? Would you like to explore the traditional intaglio printmaking technique of drypoint without purchasing expensive metal plates? 

In this two-day class we will use Xacto knives and scratching tools to create imagery on the inside surfaces of Tetrapak packaging. We will then ink and wipe these plates, learning the intaglio inking and wiping process and learn how to set up and print on our etching presses. We’ll also use acrylic plates and the same printing techniques to explore ways of translating drawings into printed images. These related processes are a great introduction to printmaking, and they show what you can do without having to invest in expensive materials and chemistry! 

Students will need the following: All tools and materials will be provided. 

Maximum number of students: 8

Age range: 16 to adult

Prerequisites: None

Materials (in addition to the class fee below): $25

Class Fee: Sliding Scale:

• True Cost: $256
• Community Supported: $128
• Extra Support: $64
• Pay-It-Forward: $320

Why am I seeing different prices?
We offer different tuition pricing options so everyone can participate at The Folk School and be part of this community, and we trust you to choose the tier that fits your financial situation. Learn more about our sliding scale and how to choose the right tier for you.

Contact: Sara Tabbert

Pre-registration: This class is pre-registration only. Please register by 2 days before the class begins. Registration will be closed after this time.