Photo-lithography (4 weeks)

Photo-lithography (4 weeks)
Thursdays, January 22 - February 12, 2025
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Instructor: Heather J.A. Thomson
Class Capacity: 4 participants

Materials included | No prior experience needed | All skill levels welcome

Photo-lithography combines the printing process of traditional stone lithography with digital outputs. Instead of drawing directly onto limestone, artists can use photographs, digital images or drawings to create a matrix on a light-sensitive aluminum plate. Participants will learn how to create digital outputs for photolithography, expose & develop their plate, and hand print their image using a lithography press.

This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in combining photography and printmaking.

Note: Bringing in a laptop with Photoshop installed is recommended but not required.

About the Instructor

Heather J. A. Thomson's practice amalgamates her passion for history and her desire to use a visual language. She feels conversations about the past inspire us to reflect on the present, question our values and can challenge us to adopt historical methodologies for a more sustainable future. Thomson received her BA from the University of Guelph in 2017 and was awarded the 2017-2018 Don Phillips Scholarship at Open Studio, Toronto. She provided technical assistance at OCAD University 2019 - 2023 and is an Instructor and Custom Printer at Open Studio.