In this lesson, students will be taught the basics of reductive screen printing. This includes learning about the process, materials required, and techniques involved. This method is ideal for producing unique screen prints from the comfort of your own home, as it doesn't require an emulsion or an exposure unit. At the end of the lesson, each student will have a small edition of a three-layer screen print based on their design.

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Become familiar with the tools, materials, and tricks of the book-binding trade! Explore contemporary bookbinding to create multiple book structures for highly personalized soft and hardcover books—ideal for journals, sketchbooks and artist books. Every artist will create a suite of beautiful handmade books, and gain all the knowledge needed to explore binding in their own work. Beginners welcome and encouraged! All bookbinding materials provided.

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Join us on Friday, July 19th from 6pm-7pm for Mark Oldland's Artist Talk with Q&A for his solo exhibition, Puddle Jumping.

Students will learn about the history of rag papermaking, prepare rag for the hollander beater, run the beater, and pull sheets of paper from pre-made cotton rag pulp.
Each student will leave with a thorough understanding of rag papermaking and 5 sheets of rag paper (Dried paper will be available for pick up 1 week from the class or will be shipped to them) They are invited to take with them also a portion of the pulp made that day to pull into sheets at home. Each student will receive an instruction and resource sheet to make their own mould and deckle and set up a home papermaking studio.

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This workshop introduces the art and craft of letterpress printing of experimental, purpose-driven broadsides and posters. Using handset wood and metal type, artists will design and hand-print broadside/poster projects in small editions on the Vandercook press. The workshop will consist of technical demonstrations on setting type, inking and multiple color layer letterpress printing, and various simple image-printing processes. Employing less-toxic techniques and minimal chemical cleanup, this class is ideal for dipping your toes into Letterpress printing! Beginners welcome and encouraged!

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Come celebrate all things Frontline Arts! We're hosting large paper pours for extra-large papermaking fun, alongside a variety of food, games, activities, and even a cash raffle. Explore an exhibition featuring the works of our 2022 Veteran Artist-in-Residence, Mark Oldland. Dive into poster printing with hands-on demonstrations using our Vandercook Universal 1, and don't forget to bring along your own t-shirt to relief print a unique Frontline Arts design!

Plus, we're hosting a potluck lunch and snacks. Join us for an afternoon of fun and reconnecting with the Frontline Arts Family!

Every artwork tells a story--or many stories. This workshop will use visual art as inspiration for writing poetry and fiction, a technique known as "ekphrasis" (from the Greek term for "description"). Students will have the option to work from art of their choosing or to use paintings or prints selected by the facilitator. Two or more writing prompts will be given during the workshop, and students will have ample time for sharing their poetry or stories with the group for feedback and encouragement. All levels welcome!

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In this workshop, you’ll be introduced to different approaches and techniques in drypoint etching. This workshop will introduce you to the advantages of working on different surfaces for drypoint techniques and the ability to combine drypoint with the monotype process. Drypoint is a great step in the intaglio world– all skill levels are welcome!

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Frontline Arts will be at the Hunterdon County Community Day on June 8th from 11am to 4pm We will be demonstrating interactive papermaking with the Frontline Paper veteran program.

Fun for the whole family! Vendors, music, food and games, plus a petting zoo, pony rides, reptile show and touch a truck

For information on events, go to hunterdon-chamber.org/events

Photo-lithography or ‘photo litho’ uses aluminum plates coated with a UV-sensitive emulsion to reproduce an image. The plates are simple to process and store and an easy way to print an edition of lithographs as compared to ball ground plates or stones. This technique is excellent for capturing detail in drawings with subtle shading and also painterly watercolor/wash effects without the need for etching. During this course, participants will learn the various materials used for drawing onto a transparency, exposing the drawing onto a plate, plate development, and how to print their plate.

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Join us on Sunday, June 2nd from 1pm-3pm for the Opening Reception of Mark Oldland's solo exhibition, Puddle Jumping.

Ever been curious about Letterpress printing, but not sure you’re ready to jump into a longer class? How about freeing yourself for a couple of hours over lunch? While Letterpress printing can take a lifetime to master, this free midday workshop will help you produce great results quickly and easily! Whether you’re new to letterpress or know your way around a Vandercook, you’ll enjoy printing with Frontline’s collection of wood and lead type, getting you prepared to jump into a longer class headfirst! No experience necessary.

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Immerse yourself in art, culture, craftsmanship, and architecture as our historical interpreters bring history to life! Enjoy home & hearth demonstrations, traditional musical performances, wagon rides, children’s crafts, stone carving, and our 19th century print shop! With a dedicated children’s area and a historical tavern, there is fun for guests of all ages!

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Experience the magic of marbling decorative and abstract papers with this easy-to-pick-up introductory workshop to a centuries old practice.

Your single session hands-on class will be so much more than a painting party: you'll have the opportunity to follow your curiosity as you experience the spontaneous magic of paper marbling and also learn how to control classic, intricate patterns.

You’ll be walked through all the techniques you need to make mesmerizing designs in 16 specially prepared colors of the season.

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Photopolymer plates have revolutionized letterpress in that they allow for quick and easy plate production and printing without the need for tedious typesetting. The user can choose from the myriad of fonts available online or develop their font, logos, and artwork. This wonderful fusion of new plate technology and old printing techniques has sparked a revival in the art of letterpress. Participants will learn to process and print these plates along with what type of imagery is suitable for the medium. They will then be able to use this technique to print their stationery, greeting cards, business cards etc.

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On April 28th, 2024 at 1pm, Frontline Arts is celebrating our 50th anniversary at Mexicali Brews. Together will gather, celebrate this anniversary and raise funds for our growing and nationally-recognized socially engaged arts programming that serves over 6,000 individuals a year; from Frontline Paper, to the Scrubs Paper Project to the Migration Project, plus educational classes in print & papermaking for adults and youth, studio services, groundbreaking exhibitions and so much more.

Frontline Arts is celebrating a huge milestone: our 50th anniversary. We will be recognizing and honoring the families of the founders of the Printmaking Council of New Jersey, without which our organization wouldn't be here today. Their passion for printmaking and papermaking in 1974 is our origin story. We will also be honoring David Keefe, co-founder of Frontline Arts and former Board President, who led our revolution into this current era of Frontline Arts from the Printmaking Center of New Jersey.

In this course, artists will learn how to combine rich tonalities and textures with the mysterious effects of Collagraph (Relief) and Drypoint (Intaglio) techniques. Participants will prepare, create, and print two plates that use both relief and intaglio methods.

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Are you looking to add a bit of spring freshness and color to your kitchen, a fun hand-made gift, or even a new skill? Join us for a 2-hour workshop where we will be using linoleum blocks to create small prints and transfer them onto tea towels. During this workshop, we will cover the basics of linoleum block printing, from transferring an image onto a small block to carving the image, printing, and setting the image. Get ready to bring a bit of spring to your home!

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Please join us for an engaging and hands-on workshop that aims to explore the history and creations of Zines. Zines are a unique platform that provides an opportunity to express oneself and share stories, passions, and perspectives. During the workshop, we will explore the rich history and diverse styles of zines, from their beginnings to their contemporary usage. Essential techniques and tools will be introduced to help bring ideas and your creative voice to the zine.

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In this one day, in-person workshop, you will learn how to create two intaglio printing plates using Tetra-Pak containers. (Think Box Milk, Soy Milk, Almond milk, Chicken Broth, Rice Milk) Frontline Arts will supply all materials for this workshop, and you will learn how to create eco-friendly intaglio prints from recycled materials with this great non-toxic process.

This is a great workshop for the at-home printer with limited space and resources! All experience levels welcome!

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February Art & Tell Meeting

Friday, February 23rd from 1:30pm-3pm

Members: Free

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Cut Your Heart Out 5

Saturday, February 10th, 1pm-3pm

Pay What You Wish

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Full Circle: 50th Annual Members’ Exhibition Opening Reception

Saturday, February 3rd, 1pm-3pm

Snow Date: Saturday, February 17th

Free

One of a Kind: Introduction to Monotype with Kath Yarkosky

Saturday,  December 16th, 11am-3pm

Members: $108, Non-Members: $123, Materials: $25

Registration closed.

Supervised Studio Night

Wednesday, December 6th, 5pm-8pm

Members: $15 Non-Members: $25 Materials: You Provide

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Ink & Imprint: Intro to Hand-Drawn Photolithography with Kath Yarkosky

Saturday,  December 2nd, 11am-3pm

Members: $110, Non-Members: $125, Materials: $50

Registration closed.

Cookies, Candies, and Cards

Saturday, November 18th, 10am-3pm

Pay What You Wish

Registration closed.