San Francisco Center for the Book

A trace monotype is a form of unique print made without a press. Using a plexiglass plate and water-based inks students will create prints by laying down paper on a lightly inked surface and pressing into the back of the paper with a variety of mark making tools. The resulting one-of-a-kind prints will be used to create a pop-up accordion book.

The spontaneous and playful qualities of these prints adapt well to both figurative and abstract themes and the intricate line quality can be used to add detail and text.

Prerequisite:
None

Tools/Materials to bring:
Optional: decorative papers or ephemera to use in/on your book.

About the Instructor:
Stephanie Jucker (she/her) is an exhibiting artist who uses mixed media and printing techniques in her paintings, books, and art installations. Originally from London where she earned her BFA, Stephanie has an MFA from Syracuse in painting, printmaking, and ceramics. With 25 years of teaching experience, she currently runs art classes at College of Marin, Kala, and Art Works Downtown in San Rafael.