2013 Copper Plate Photogravure Workshops With Paul Taylor

June 19, 20, 21, 22 &  23

August 14, 15, 16, 17 &  18

 “Of all photoengraving methods of reproduction there is none which produces such rich and satisfying results as photogravure. The reason for this is to be found in the method of printing. It is an intaglio process and, therefore, the quantity of ink which is transferred to the paper can be considerable, and it shares with mezzotint among hand engraving processes the resulting richness of tones.” 

A.J. Bull  1930

The abundance of variables inherent in copper plate photogravure plate making and printing is limited only by the artist’s imagination.

This summer, Renaissance Press will be offering two intensive copper plate photogravure workshops, introducing students to the evolution of copper plate photogravure technique and imagery, from the processes inception to present day practices.  We will use piezography inks for film output at the workshops (please see the digital film section of this website for more information).  Artists that wish to use Mylar for direct copper plate photogravure plate making and printing are also welcome.  

The workshops will take place at Renaissance Press in Ashuelot, New Hampshire. Participants should expect intensive days in a relaxed environment. Renaissance Press is located on the bank of the Ashuelot River and is a 25 minutes drive to Keene New Hampshire or Brattleboro Vermont.

Paul Taylor, Master Copper Plate Photogravure Plate Maker / Printer and Director of Reniassance Press, will lead the workshop. Paul began his work with copper plate photogravure in the late seventies and has been refining the process for over thirty years. Renaissance Press Prints are collected by museums internationally.  Artists published by Renaissance Press or have had their work printed at Renaissance Press include Duane Michals, Robert Mapplethorpe, Joel Peter Witkin, Linda Connor, Sally Mann, Robert Adams, Aaron Siskind, Roy DeCarava, Tom Baril and many others.

Dates – Contact Information – Fees – Registration

June Workshop

Copper Plate Photogravure Workshop Dates: June 19, 20, 21, 22 & 23
Five-Day Workshop: $1200 materials included

August Workshop

Copper Plate Photogravure Workshop Dates: August 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18
Five-Day Workshop: $1200 materials included 

Contact information:  ph 603-239-9990   email renaissancepress@comcast.net
A 50% deposit is required to secure a place in the workshop.
The workshop is limited to 6 participants.