Peoria Art Guild Print Studio
At the Peoria Art Guild, there is a printmaking studio that offers wonderful opportunities. This studio is perfect for anyone who wants to improve their printmaking skills. We welcome beginner and novice artists of all career and artistic backgrounds in creation of new work. Students, artists, teachers, and the general public engage in printmaking, many of them for the first time, through the printshop’s opportunities. Our studio has the tools and materials for anyone to create prints. Some of our resources include an etching press, Vandercook IV proofing press, paper, ink, and more! Classes and studio hours offer opportunities to study and explore printmaking in depth, and hands-on.
Open Drop-in Studios and printmaking classes are regularly scheduled in the Print Studio and are open to any member of the community. Current Classes for a list of scheduled classes.
Open Drop-In Studio
In 2024, the Print Room will be open to drop-in printers and composers on Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. An experienced printer will be on hand for guidance and to answer questions.
Additional supervised printing sessions are available by appointment. Rates vary according to needs.
Request a reservation by email at pagprint@peoriaartguild.org at least 48 hours in advance of desired date and time. Payments by cash or check can be made in advance or at the appointment.
Membership
Peoria Art Guild members have access to shared resources in the Print Studio such as paper, presses, ink, and more for free.
Requirements: Must complete Orientation and demonstrate the ability to work with and clean/maintain presses independently.
If you are not a member, there will be fees to cover the cost of materials that are being used in the studio.
Everyone is welcome to use the Print Studio supplies. Check out our membership page to see all membership options.
Orientation
A basic Orientation is required of each individual who is new to the Print Studio. Completion of the Orientation is required before working in the Studio. Orientations are open to all community members. The Orientation is a great way to “test the waters” of printing. No previous experience is required! Orientation appointments can be requested by email at pagprint@peoriaartguild.org.