PRMK 200 Introduction to Printmaking
This studio course introduces basic printmaking processes and equipment, with equal emphasis on concept and technique. Students are introduced to a variety of print media and methods, such as monotype, relief, intaglio and lithography, and various approaches to making and printing plates in each medium. Students develop an understanding of the medium and learn good studio habits; the safe and responsive handling of tools, materials and grounds; and the knowledge required for basic manipulation of the processes used in the production of a printed image. Prerequisite: DRAW 100.

PRMK 202 Introduction to Etching
This introductory studio provides an introduction to etching and intaglio processes and the use of these processes to produce a creative graphic image. Students explore a variety of approaches to intaglio printmaking on different plate materials including zinc, copper and Plexiglas. Classes include demonstrations of all processes involved, discussion, and critique of both print content and technical competency. Students are expected to become familiar with the tools, media, processes and history of printmaking. Prerequisites: DSGN 101, DRAW 100.

PRMK 203 Introduction to Lithography
This course introduces hand lithography, including stone and metal plate processes. Drawing media include litho crayon, litho pencil, tusche and ink wash, and the appropriate etching and printing techniques for each. Classes include discussion and critique of print content and concept together with the technical skills involved in each phase of the lithography process. Prerequisites: DSGN 100, DRAW 101.

PRMK 204 Relief Printmaking
This course introduces students to several approaches to relief printmaking and to techniques such as woodcut, linocut, relief etching and wood engraving. Using additive and reductive processes, students work in black and white and in color, learning the registration and printing of multiple blocks. Both traditional and experimental approaches are encouraged. Prerequisites: DSGN 100, DRAW 100.

PRMK 205 Monotype/Mixed Processes
This course investigates combined monotype techniques including both water- and oil-based media. Registration and printing of black-and-white and color images are demonstrated. Over-printing, stenciling and transfer techniques are explored in both single- and multiple-plate processes. Students working at any level of printmaking, particularly those interested in applying their painting experience to the printed image, develop their personal imagery by exploring the media involved. Prerequisites: DSGN 100, DRAW 101 .

PRMK 301 Intermediate Etching
This course further explores intaglio printmaking, with an emphasis on color work and strengthening printing skills. Students learn techniques for producing color prints using single- and multiple-plate processes, including hand coloring, a la poupee and handmade separations. A balanced outcome between technical and conceptual development is stressed in discussions and critiques. Prerequisite: PRMK 202.

PRMK 306 Intermediate Lithography
A further investigation of lithographic printmaking, this course emphasizes color work and the strengthening of printing skills. Students learn methods for producing color prints on stone and metal litho plates. Demonstrated techniques include transfer, monotype combinations, and the registration and printing of multiple plates. Critiques stress the relationship between conceptual concerns and technical processes. Prerequisite: PRMK 203.

PRMK 308 Introduction to Letterpress and the Book Arts
By means of traditional hand typesetting and historic book binding techniques, students experience the sequential nature of the printed page. Through a number of printing/ publishing experiments and projects students gain an understanding of the history of printing type, book formats, fundamental terminology; and become familiar with letterpress and other related equipment. Emphasis is on typographic design, beginning bookbinding techniques and portfolio construction. Printing techniques focus on relief printing, intaglio and in some cases include lithography. Prerequisites: PRMK 200, PRMK 202, PRMK 203.

PRMK 311 Serigraphy
In this course, students learn the basic technical skills of screenprinting and investigate the screen print process. They explore methods to link screenprinting procedures to the development of their personal work. The course covers the fine art and commercial applications of screenprinting in the contemporary art world, including frame construction, registration, multiple color runs, stencil, drawing, and digital output application. Prerequisites: DSGN 100, PRMK 200.

PRMK 320 Monotype Printmaking
Traditionally offered as part of travel study program, this course provides students with an opportunity to explore a mix of print processes that address a broad range of ideas, issues and aesthetics in the depiction and development of form. Such processes are used by a variety of artists, including painters, designers and illustrators. Students apply drawing or painting experience to the printed image by using the printmaking process to examine and depict a variety of functional forms in black and white and color. Prints incorporate sketches and photographs from local settings, including landscape and architectural forms, market items, furnishings and garden settings. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.

PRMK 330 Intaglio Printmaking
This course, traditionally offered as part of travel study program, is designed to take advantage of the inspiration of a particular location. Drawing on the rich historical traditions of the intaglio process, students explore etching as a means of recording the natural and built environments. Numerous styles are examined, as well as the various ways etching has been used to depict landscape and architecture. Students experience a variety of approaches to intaglio printmaking on different plate materials including zinc, copper and Plexiglas. Work is done both on site and from sketchbook drawings completed on field trips. Classes include demonstrations of all processes, discussion, and critique of print content and technical competency. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.

PRMK 350 Special Topics in Printmaking
The topic of this course varies from quarter to quarter. Each seminar focuses on various issues in the field of printmaking and allows students to pursue individual projects related to the topic of the course. Prerequisites: Vary according to topic.

PRMK 401 Photographic Computer Applications for Printmaking
This course addresses the possibilities that computer applications bring to printmaking. The course examines methods for combining state-of-the-art digital technology with traditional print media including intaglio, lithography and relief. Demonstrations include scanning input, photo and image manipulation, color separating and output techniques used in making films for photomechanical print processes. This course serves as the linchpin between intermediate printmaking and individualized exploration at a more advanced level. Prerequisites: DSGN 100, DRAW 101 and PRMK 202 or PRMK 203.

PRMK 404 Advanced Processes in Printmaking I
This advanced-level course investigates contemporary trends in printmaking, including digital and photomechanical processes. Color work is emphasized, combining the use of polymer films and presensitized plates with traditional grounds and techniques. Demonstrated techniques include transfer, positive and negative working plates, and four-color separation. Presswork encompasses the registration and printing of multiple plates and the production of a body of work that displays sound printing expertise and professional practice. The exploration of cross-media applications is encouraged, and students may choose to work in litho, intaglio or both. Students are expected to develop a body of work that articulates an inventive and conceptual use of the printed image and a clear personal vision. Prerequisite: PRMK 401.

PRMK 408 Advanced Processes for Printmaking II
This course provides students with focused study on thematically driven work with an emphasis on contemporary print practice and critical dialogue. Students may work in any print medium creating mature images that demonstrate expertise in the process, and issues in collaborative printmaking are explored through hands on experiences. Prerequisite: PRMK 404.

PRMK 413 Professional Practices for Printmaking
By teaching students how to create professional portfolios, resumes, and presentations as well as how to apply for exhibitions, shows and other professional opportunities including grants, internships and residencies, this course gives the student experience in the professional arena and prepare printmakers for the professional practice of making work, interacting with galleries and the business of being a fine artist. Prerequisite: PRMK 404.

PRMK 704 Technical Approaches in Printmaking
In this course, the full range of processes offered in the program is introduced and explored as well as the art of the graduate level critique. Through individual evaluation, students explore and strengthen new areas. Students emerging from this class are more rounded and confident in technical processes.

PRMK 713 Printmaking Studio I
This is the first in a sequence of two classes designed to cultivate the mature development of personal vision and process. The development of personal vision is initiated as well as the reinforcement of areas needed to be addressed in the student's process vocabulary.

PRMK 716 Printmaking Studio II
Students refine their expressive vision in quarter-long projects developed within an individual conceptual framework, while exploring relevant themes in contemporary artists' work. Students develop processes vital to the production and competition of their work, and rigorous critiques require students to be able to evaluate and verbally articulate methodology and ideas. Prerequisite: PRMK 713.

PRMK 722 Digital and Photographic Applications in Printmaking
Photographic and digital processes play a vital role in contemporary printmaking. Multiple strategies for incorporation of digital and photographic media are explored while developing their relevance to the student's personal vision and stressing the primacy of the print medium. Prerequisite: PRMK 704 or PRMK 713.

PRMK 740 Single Edition Portfolio
One edition project is created over the course of the quarter, with an emphasis on proper edition handling and methods. Students are encouraged to collaborate with a local artist or professor to create an ambitious edition of prints that give detailed hands on experience with shop management and project development. Students finish the class with museum quality editioning skills and a trade portfolio. Prerequisite: PRMK 713.

PRMK 745 Alternative Processes in Printmaking
A departure from the traditional wood, metal, stone and paper of printmaking, alternative plate construction methods and innovative installation techniques are addressed. The history and implications of the multiple and the full range of the context of printmaking are explored. Prerequisite: PRMK 704 or PRMK 713.

PRMK 749 Printmaking M.A. Final Project
All M.A. printmaking students are required to develop a cohesive body of work and develop an extended artist's statement. Students have the opportunity to develop self-expression through an exploration of contemporary issues and theories. Student have the opportunity to develop the clear expression of ideas in writing and oral presentation, while refining personal content within the historic context of printmaking.

PRMK 754 Printmaking Theory and Practice
Upon completing the course students are able to demonstrate an understanding of the history and contemporary state of printmaking and its place in the art world. Competence in writing are demonstrated through the successful completion of research papers and artist statements. Skills in public speaking are established with the presentation of aesthetic concepts while using appropriate visual support of projected images. Prerequisite: PRMK 704 or PRMK 713.

PRMK 764 Graduate Seminar in Printmaking
In preparation to create the thesis body of work and document, students explore their work and content through the context of modern printmakers. A discourse relating to 20th and 21st century printmaking is conducted through research, writing and student presentations. Prerequisite: PRMK 716 or PRMK 722.

PRMK 770 Printmaking Business Practices
Graduate printmakers focus on preparation for the professional practice of making work, interacting with galleries and the business of being a fine artist. Creating professional portfolios, résuméss, and presentations as well as applying for shows, internships and residencies give the student experience professional arena. Prerequisite: PRMK 716.

PRMK 780 Special Topics in Printmaking
The topic of this course varies from term to term. Each course focuses on various issues in printmaking and allows students to pursue individual projects related to the subject of the course. Prerequisites: Vary according to topic.

PRMK 790 Printmaking M.F.A. Thesis
This course is designed to guide the student through the process of creating an exhibition of original work and the development of a sophisticated and coherent body of work. The student works closely with his or her thesis committee to design, promote and install a thesis show and develop a thesis paper.