Aug
26
Life Drawing is cancelled this Wednesday, August 26th, 2020.
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Dear Drawing Group,
Nov
13
Life Drawing
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Aug
31
Drawing Fundamentals Class: Sept. 16th – Oct. 21st, 2019
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Apr
17
Did I apologize for having another male model last week? I did. What was I thinking!! Brandon was fantastic. AMAZING poses all night. Held perfectly! It was a great night. We are off this Wednesday, but, return next Wednesday, the 24th, and have Chloe to look forward to. ———————- I know, like many of you, I am still trying to take in the loss of Notre Dame. One of the paintings that is believed to have been lost in the fire is this “Visitation” by Jouvenet. His gorgeous “Deposition” at our wonderful museum has kept many of us fascinated and challenged at our Friday drawing classes. Great sadness. Find meaning in the Easter holiday and I look forward to seeing you next Wednesday!
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Oct
31
Wednesday Life Drawing Group 6 – 9 pm
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Oct
31
Life Drawing Group
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Rather than meeting every Wednesday, our Drawing Group will meet every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. However, this schedule will change at times, particularly as we navigate the holidays.
A reminder that the Life Drawing Group DOES NOT meet today, October 31st. However, we WILL meet next week on November 7th. I know that the 7th isn’t a 2nd or 4th Wednesday, but, I didn’t realize when I designated the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, that this would occasionally leave us without drawing for three Wednesdays in a row sometimes. Drawing back-to-back Wednesdays once in a while is more preferable than this. In the month of November we will draw on the 7th, 14th and the 28th. Such scheduling aberrations make it important that I have your email address so I can keep people posted.
Thanks to Kaylah who modeled for us last week. She did a great job and hopefully will return soon. Thanks to Jake, Marcie and Margaret… new artists who joined us for the first time last week.
The incomparable Chloe has an opening in her busy schedule and will be modeling for us on the 7th. I hope you will be able to join us.
Be safe out there as you trick and treat. Have your parents check your haul and pace yourself. Don’t eat it all in one sitting.
See you soon.
Paul G.
Mar
23
DRAWING CLASS for BEGINNERS
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A Drawing Fundamentals Class
A Drawing Fundamentals Class!
6 weeks of Mondays, 6-9 pm.
March 26th – April 30th.
At Tholepin Press and Studios.
210 Elm St.
Adults: $150.
College students: $125.
High School Students: $100.
Paul Geiger – Instructor
Sep
20
ETCHING FOR BEGINNERS – October 18th – November 15th, 2016
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A Fall class offering at Tholepin Press: Etching for Beginners. This class will explore various Intaglio techniques, both linear and tonal. The focus is on Line Etching using zinc or copper plates. Aquatint and Soft Ground will also be discussed as well as the direct techniques of Engraving and Drypoint. It begins Tuesday, Oct. 18th, and meets for 5 weeks through Nov. 15th. 6 – 9 pm. Cost $185. Learn the traditional etching technique practiced by Rembrandt and Whistler. Basic drawing skills are required for this class.
Intaglio is the incising of a design into or beneath the surface of a hard material. In Etching, this design is created through the action of acids, hence “etching.”
Materials needed for class:
- Etching needle. Wooden handle No. 1 round point.
- 16 gauge. Zinc plate, 5″ x 7″ or larger. At least one.
- Brasso metal polish, 8 oz. can.
- Drawing paper and pencils.
- 3 inch “bent” Burnisher.
- Scraper, 3 inch flat.
Sep
20
THOLEPIN PRESS: Facility Details – Effective Oct. 6th, 2016
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HOURS OF ACCESS:
- Tuesday and Thursday 6 – 10 pm.
- Saturday 1 – 5 pm.
FEES:
Working independently without instruction:
- $15 per 4 hour open session.
- $35 per 3 consecutive (a week of) open sessions
- $90 per 4 week period
Enrolled college students with current I.D.
- $10 per 4 hour open session
- $25 per 3 consecutive (one week of) open sessions
- $65 per 4 week period
Use of Print Facility outside of set studio hours – $45.00 per 8 hour day. $8/hr. Other times by appointment. It is recommended that you call 419-243-4944 in advance to assure access.
Over time, pricing will be re-evaluated based on the costs of supplies, overhead, maintenance, etc.
At Tholepin we are dedicated to providing a quality creative experience at an affordable price.
All Printmakers must have had previous instruction in their technique of choice and must be able to display adequate proficiency and familiarity with appropriate equipment.
A CONTRACT and WAIVER are signed to insure the safety and commitment of both the user and Tholepin.
THOLEPIN PROVIDES:
EQUIPMENT STORAGE:
Vertical and horizontal storage slots and a flat file drawer are available to those taking classes or using the facility on a monthly basis.
NO Metal Plates, inks or liquids in flat file drawers, please.
PRESSES:
Intaglio Presses:
- American French Tool 24″ x 48″
- American French Tool 30″ x 52″
- Charles Brand 16″ x 30″.
Relief Press:
- 1890 Paul Shneidewend & Co. Washington Proofing Press 17″ x 22″ bed.
Lithography Presses:
- Fuchs & Lang lithography press. Bed 28″ 40″.
- 13 foot long 1890’s French Oak Chassis press. Motorized. Bed 40″ x 54″
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT:
Ventilated acid booth. Ventilated spray booth. Etching blankets (felts). Two 27.5 x 36 inch Graphic Chemical hot plates. Two types of aquatint boxes. Tarletons for Black ink. Metal files. C-clamps. Paper Soaking trays. Light tables. 2 drying racks. Ink spatulas and inking slabs. Rulers. Paper cutters. Bench hooks. Sharpening stone. Screen washout area w/power washer (for water-based inks), Vacuum table and exposure units.
-Printmakers have access to limited space in the shop refrigerator and Microwave for snacks. Your items are to be removed from the fridge at the end of each session.
SUPPORT MATERIALS:
Reasonable use of Paper towels, Rubber Gloves and Newsprint. Craft and butcher paper rolls on dispensers. Nitric acid bath (Zinc). Dutch Mordant (copper). Basic solvents (Gum Turpentine, Mineral Spirits, Denatured Alcohol. Stop-out varnish. Liquid hard ground. Ball ground. Soft ground. Cleaners: Hand Cleaner, Simple green, vegetable oil. Black ink. Ink modifiers Plate oil, Mag, Talc. Phone books for wiping.
Users are encouraged to provide personal supplies: Plates, proofing/printing paper, tools, newsprint, inks, respirator, gloves, blotters, gum tape, stop-out varnish brushes, metal polish, spray lacquer aquatint, color inks, tarleton for color inks, buckets, sponges, etc.,.
Sep
9
DRAWING CLASS FOR BEGINNERS – Starts Sept. 26th 2016
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DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS for BEGINNERS
with
PAUL GEIGER
(Hindu Temple and Valentine Theatre Mural Artist)
This class is about giving you the “tools” needed to accurately represent what you see in front of you. If you think you can’t draw, or if you’ve been away from it for awhile, this is the class for you! If your drawing has gotten to a certain level, but, you find that you are not getting any better, this class is for you. The material is presented in a very structured, deliberate and step-by-step approach that will build your technical and perceptual skills from one class to the next. The material presented in each class can be handled in a simple or sophisticated manner so that even more advanced students will be challenged
September 26th – October 24th
-Five weeks of Monday evenings.
-BEGINNING DRAWING CLASS from 6 – 9 pm.
-COST: $160.
Classes are held at Tholepin Press and Studios at 210 Elm St.
Elevator accessible.
Free parking.
Supplies will be kept to a minimum. An 18 x 24 inch 100 page pad of Newsprint (Preferably Smooth) and 6 “Ebony Pencils” is all you will need. Everything else is supplied. Seating will be first-come-first-served and numbers will be kept low to maximize one-on-one instruction.
Those enrolled are also permitted to attend, free of charge during the course, the weekly Figure Drawing Group that meets each Wednesday from 6pm – 9pm .
Prepayment is recommended to insure a spot.
If you are interested or have any questions please call:
Studio:419-243-4944
Or Email Paul @: www.tholepinpress.com or compufool13@aol.com
General Material covered : “Blind” and Modified Contour drawing – Gesture drawing – Measuring with the pencil and assessing proportions – Drawing still life and symmetrical objects using primary and secondary axes – Cross Contour and the representation of surface form – One, Two and Three Point Perspective – Light/Shadow Structure and Basic Value Development.
Tholepin Press and Paul Geiger’s studio are located along the river at 210 Elm St. – Just North of Downtown Toledo. It is the only door on Elm St. between Summit St. And Water St.