PRINT OPEN ACCESS
Thursday: 6.30pm – 9.30pm: First come first served (weekly)
Saturday: 10am – 2pm: Press priority for relief (alternate weekends)
Saturday: 2pm – 6pm: Press priority for etching (alternate weekends)
Alternative arrangements may be possible in some circumstances if you are unable to come during the above times. For more information please contact us: openaccess@artacademy.org.uk
Open Access costs: £20 per session (includes cleaning sundries)
WHO CAN BOOK OPEN ACCESS SESSIONS
Competent printmakers need to provide evidence of their knowledge and good studio practice. Novice printmakers must have completed a short course at the Art Academy -evening or daytime courses excluding taster and weekend introductory courses. There are six places available for each session. Bring your own plates or blocks, ink and tools. We can sell you paper and scrim.
Following from completing a course with us your first Open Access session is free. Ask your tutor for an offer code before you book online.
Artist and professional printmaker, Steve Edwards supervises at all times, to offer support and advice. A health and safety induction is included in the first session. Priority on the press is split on Saturday, however attendees may book onto either session to use the studio facilities.
Email enquiries to Steve Edwards: openaccess@artacademy.org.uk
You can book open access sessions via our online payment system. It is helpful to send your contact details and a brief outline of work planned during your session – just click on the ‘Contact Host’ link on the Eventbrite page to send us an email. Online bookings are non-refundable.
SATURDAY DROP-IN LIFE CLASS
The Open Life Class is a relaxed and enjoyable drawing/painting class. There will be a life-model present for various one, two, or three week poses. Students are encouraged to approach the human figure in any way they please and can make as many drawings or paintings as they wish.
Experienced tutors will happily guide both beginners and the more experienced, but students can pursue as much or as little instruction as they like. Students are also free to use the materials they enjoy the most, from drawing in charcoal to painting in oils. All paper is provided for the course but please bring your own drawing/painting materials.
Experiment, explore and enjoy yourself.
Open Access costs: You can book next term’s course for 10 consecutive weeks for only £230.
Alternatively you can attend the class on a drop-in basis for only £25 per session. No booking is required and you can pay in cash to your tutor upon arrival. At your first class you will receive a loyalty card allowing you to receive your 10th class for free!