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Highpoint Editions: Recent Publications

Free gallery opening & reception: Friday, September 12 from 6:30–9:00 PM
On view: September 12–November 22

Click the images below for more information on each of the artists.

To kick off an exciting Fall 2008 season, Highpoint will present HIGHPOINT EDITIONS: Recent Publications, a show of recently completed works from its professional printshop. Visitors to the exhibition will view prints by Santiago Cucullu, Rob Fischer, Adam Helms, Lisa Nankivil, and Jessica Rankin, all created in collaboration with Highpoint Editions.

Adult Class Fall Lineup

Vote Yes For Screenprinting
Image of screenprinting a large transparent khaki using a one-arm screen press.
Class Dates: Thursday, November 13 & Tuesdays, November 18–December 16
Vote Yes For Screenprinting is an introductory course to the screenprinting process, also known as silkscreen or serigraphy. This hands-on, step-by-step class will focus on both autographic and photomechanical stencils.
Getting to the Point: A Tool Sharpening Workshop
Image of David Stordahl using a sharp tool.
Class Date: Friday, November 14
Bring in your block carving or engraving tools and join us for a three-hour tool sharpening tour! This is a great opportunity to dust off those tools and get them back into shape or learn more about new tools.
A Block in a Weekend—Get Some relief!
Image of carving a linoleum block.
Class Dates: Saturday, November 15 & Sunday, November 16
Have you always wanted to dive into block printing? This is a perfect opportunity for beginners (or those who might be a little rusty) to learn the basics in one weekend.
The Whole Package: How to Pack Works on Paper the HP Way
Image of Cole Rogers and Joanne price building a crate.
Class Date: Thursday, October 23
Learn to package works on paper properly from the shippers at Highpoint, Joanne Price and Zac Adams. Avoid packaging pitfalls when shipping your work. Proper packaging reflects professionalism and practicality.

ACCESS/PRINT Project!

Pictured left to right: Highpoint Education and Community Programs Coordinator Elizabeth Flinsch, Perpich student Tyler Hagebusch, Perpich student Courtney Mackedanz, Como Park Senior High student Ci-Ci, Southwest High student Emma Kullberg and Highpoint Teen Mentor CJ Mace.

The first session of the A/P Project, Highpoint's new printmaking program for high school students, is coming to a close at the end of May 2008. The participants are completing the projects they proposed after learning monoprint, screen print, drypoint and relief printmaking techniques. Their final work will be on display at Highpoint along with the fall session of A/P artists in January 2009.

Interested in applying for the fall session of the A/P Project?

Download a PDF Application here: teen_mentorship_app.pdf [1.56MB]
Applications are due September 15th.

Bring a Group to Highpoint!

Register now for 2008 Visits.

How can you enhance your curriculum in a positive and creative way? Bring your students to Highpoint! Gain new skills and discover the world of printmaking with hands-on classes at Highpoint. Basic classes are accessible to people ages 8 and up, with options including monoprint, relief, intaglio, and woodcut techniques. Highpoint’s unique educational experiences provide an excellent opportunity for field trip and teacher inservices—to schedule a class for your group, call Elizabeth Flinsch, Education & Community Programs Coordinator, at 612.871.1326 or e-mail her: info@highpointprintmaking.org.