Printmaking
Printmaking is the process of making artworks by printing, normally on paper. Printmaking normally covers only the process of creating prints that have an element of originality, rather than just being a photographic reproduction of a painting. Except in the case of monotyping, the process is capable of producing multiples of the same piece, which is called a print. Each print produced is not considered a "copy" but rather is considered an "original". This is because typically each print varies to an extent due to variables intrinsic to the printmaking process, and also because the imagery of a print is typically not simply a reproduction of another work but rather is often a unique image designed from the start to be expressed in a particular printmaking technique. A print may be known as an impression. Printmaking (other than monotyping) is not chosen only for its ability to produce multiple impressions, but rather for the unique qualities that each of the printmaking processes lends itself to.
Prints are created by transferring ink from a matrix or through a prepared screen to a sheet of paper or other material. Common types of matrices include: metal plates, usually copper or zinc, or polymer plates for engraving or etching; stone, aluminum, or polymer for lithography; blocks of wood for woodcuts and wood engravings; and linoleum for linocuts. Screens made of silk or synthetic fabrics are used for the screenprinting process. Other types of matrix substrates and related processes are discussed below.
Multiple impressions printed from the same matrix form an edition. Since the late 19th century, artists have generally signed individual impressions from an edition and often number the impressions to form a limited edition; the matrix is then destroyed so that no more prints can be produced. Prints may also be printed in book form, such as illustrated books or artist's books.
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Matching Printmaking Colleges
Rhode Island School of Design
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $48,210 average out-state tuition; $48,210 average in-state tuition |
Temple University
Four or more years; Public; $27,528 average out-state tuition; $15,768 average in-state tuition |
San Francisco Art Institute
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $43,908 average out-state tuition; $43,908 average in-state tuition |
State University of New York at New Paltz
Four or more years; Public; $16,320 average out-state tuition; $6,470 average in-state tuition |
Maine College of Art
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $33,320 average out-state tuition; $33,320 average in-state tuition |
Savannah College of Art and Design
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $35,910 average out-state tuition; $35,910 average in-state tuition |
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $34,820 average out-state tuition; $34,820 average in-state tuition |
Scholarships for Printmaking Majors
Pepsi Stronger Together Scholarship ContestPepsiCo |
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award $25,000 |
deadline September 20, 2022 |
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Sturgis FellowshipUniversity of Arkansas |
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award $12,500 |
deadline February 01, 2023 |
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Iowa Center for the Arts ScholarshipUniversity of Iowa, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences |
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award $6,500 |
deadline Varies |
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Linda M. Allard '62/Ellen Tracy Founders Medallion ScholarshipKent State University - Founders Scholars Program |
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award $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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Fine and Performing Arts Scholarship - University of EvansvilleUniversity of Evansville |
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award Up to $15,000 |
deadline Varies |
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Creative Arts Scholarship - Green Mountain CollegeGreen Mountain College |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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Charles Craig International Travel Award ScholarshipLouisiana State University, Baton Rouge, College of Art and Design |
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award $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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Art Scholarship - University of Puget SoundUniversity of Puget Sound |
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award $5,000 |
deadline January 15, 2023 |
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Dr. Reuben Fogelson ScholarshipSouthern Oregon University |
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award $4,244 |
deadline Varies |
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Visual Arts Endowment ScholarshipUniversity of California, San Diego |
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award Up to $4,000 |
deadline Varies |
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