Explore using a safer alternative to traditional solvent-based etching grounds. B.I.G. is a versatile etching ground developed by Andrew Baldwin of Trefeglwys Printmaking Studio (UK).  B.I.G. has all qualities etchers know and love about hard / soft ground —minus the VOC’s, plus it’s super-easy to use! Students having prior experience with etching is recommended.

What you’ll learn: ​​​​

• Exploring products and practices for a green printmaking studio
• Using B.I.G. as a hard ground and soft ground
• Using Coffee Lift as a Sugar Lift alternative
• Using Aquatint technique
• Operating our Studio presses
• Pulling prints made from the B.I.G. etchings

About the instructor:

In recent imagery, Kate Baillies has been exploring an intuitive and visceral response to the natural world, all while using safer Intaglio media. Kate has exhibited in local, national and international exhibitions. Her work can be found in the Canada Council Art Bank, the Alberta Art Foundation, The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, as well as corporate and private collections.

Having a huge curiosity with all things printmaking, Kate revels in the discoveries which come through working with multiple media. Over the past seven years Kate has done artist residencies at Zea Mays Printmaking, a studio dedicated to safe and sustainable practices, located in Florence, Massachusetts. A founding member of the Alberta Printmakers Society (A/P) in Calgary, she is an active member, teaching Intaglio Workshops, renting studio space and volunteering for programs and events.

Instagram: @katebaillies

Workshop Fee

$525.00* prices not subject to GST

*Access to using the A/P studio equipment, including as a workshop participant, requires an A/P membership. Annual memberships are $30 and $10 for current students and current recipients of AISH. Membership fees can be applied directly to your workshop registration.

This workshop includes all project supplies, students are recommended to:

• Come prepared with image ideas or a creative direction to ground your design process.
• Arrive no more than 10 minutes before class.
• Park in the stalls located in front of A/P or use free street parking.
• Bring a snack and water bottle.
• Bring a notebook/sketchbook and pen.
• Bring reading glasses if you need them for fine work.
• Wear suitable clothing for working with ink and/or a work apron.
• Wear close toed shoes and avoid overly loose long sleeves.
• Tie back long hair when operating machinery.
• Personal PPE (goggles if uncomfortable sharing Studio PPE)

Additional Notes:

• Class limited to 8 Participants
• Adults 18+ Years Old

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Code of Conduct:

To support an environment which promotes dignity and respect to all, no form of intimidation, bullying or harassment will be tolerated. Should this type of behaviour occur, the A/P host and/or instructor reserves the right to remove any individuals from the workshop.

Accommodation & Diversity:

Please inform A/P of any accessibility barrier(s) that may prevent you from getting the full benefit of participating in this program. A/P will respond to any requests in a timely manner and will work to support you within our capacity.

A/P is committed to diversity and equality to all in employment, volunteerism and contractors irrespective of their gender, race, ethnic origin, disability, age, nationality, national origin, sexuality, religion or belief, marital status and social class.

Cancellation Policy:

If you have registered for an in-studio class or workshop at A/P but are unable to attend, we require that you notify us as soon as possible, and no later than 7 days before the class or workshop to receive a full refund. Registrants who cancel with 6 days or less notice will receive 50% of their registration fee. Once the class or workshop has begun, A/P is unable to issue a refund as we are subject to a minimum enrolment in order to run.

If A/P cancels a course due to low enrolment, notice will be given at least 72 hours in advance with a full refund issued. For classes cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, registrants will receive a full refund.