Stories have the capacity to influence and reinvent perspectives unlike any other form of creative communication. In this course students will explore and research contemporary narrative ideas, meanings, connections and complexities to develop personal imagery within cultural, historical and political contexts.
Through presentations, discussions and critiques, we will examine a range of print practices that use storytelling as a form of protest, subversion, disruption, resilience and creative liberation. Directed assignments, demonstrations and individual support will provide a context for students to execute research projects, and develop a personal language in their independent studio based-work. Two studio projects will specifically explore relief and plate litho. Other assignments will be open to utilizing a range of print processes in conjunction with drawing, painting, digital media and other media approaches as desired. The class is open to all students regardless of previous printmaking experience, accommodating beginner and intermediate skill levels.
- Teacher: Osvaldo Ramirez Castillo