The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey’s Studio School, located in Summit, NJ, offers classes and workshops for artists of all ages and skill levels. Taught by experienced teaching artists, our programs span painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography, and more—providing a supportive environment for learning, exploration, and creative growth.

WINTER SEMESTER 2026

Adult Printmaking Classes

8200 Printmaking On and Off the Press
Instructor: Kristian Battell
Mondays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
Explore the many possibilities of printmaking in this class! Printing processes both on and off the press, such as monoprinting, drypoint etching, block printing, and collagraphs, will be covered. Class time will consist of demonstrations, discussions, working on the presses, and one–on–one instruction. Most materials provided.
10 session(s): 1/5–3/9
Tuition: member $395,
non–member $425
Materials fee: $56

8201 Tetra–Pak Printmaking
Instructor: Kristian Battell
Mondays, 12:30–3 PM
Take your art and sustainability practice to the next level with Tetra–Pak Printmaking! During this course, students will explore the newest and entirely non–toxic printmaking process of dry–point etching with Tetra–Pak plates. Tetra–Pak is a type of food carton that can be upcycled and used as an etching plate. Students in this class will have the opportunity to create a new edition, perfect their etching wiping skills, or just use the time to experiment with the process. Class time will consist of demonstrations, discussions, open press time, and one–on–one work with the instructor. No printmaking experience required; all skill levels welcomed! Some materials provided.
10 session(s): 1/5–3/9
Tuition: member $395,
non–member $425
Materials fee: $42

8268 Introduction to Gel Plate Printmaking
Instructor: Jessica Garber
Wednesdays, 4–6:30 PM
Learn the popular art form of gel plate monoprinting in this colorful and creative class! Gel plate printing utilizes a reusable soft gel plate and acrylic paint to create beautiful prints without needing a press. Learn the basics of gel plate printing including layering colors and patterns, adding visual textures, masking, using positive and negative space, and pulling prints. Besides finished artwork, prints can be used as part of other crafts, including collage and scrapbooking. Most materials provided.
10 session(s): 1/7–3/11
Tuition: member $395,
non–member $425
Materials fee: $46

8274 Intermediate/Advanced Silkscreen
Instructor: Kristian Battell
Wednesdays, 7–9:30 PM
Learn the basics of silkscreen or take your practice to the next level! This class will explore stencil–based printing that can be done at home and will focus on exposing drawn images onto silkscreens. Students will learn every step of the process, plus tips and tricks for making multi–layered silkscreen prints. Class time will include demonstrations, one–on–one work with the instructor, group discussions, and creating a new body of work or experimenting with new ideas. Some materials provided. Additional supplies to be discussed during the first class.
10 session(s): 1/7–3/11
Tuition: member $395,
non–member $425
Materials fee: $56

8287 Exploring Etching in Color and Black & White
Instructor: Russ Spitkovsky
Thursdays, 9:30 AM–12 PM
Explore traditional and contemporary etching methods, including monotype and monoprinting. Experience this beautiful and versatile art form for yourself! Some materials provided. Additional supplies to be discussed during the first class. This class is taught by an instructor who is bilingual in Russian and English. For questions or additional information, please email us at studioschool@artcenternj.org, and we will connect you with the instructor for translation assistance in your preferred language.
10 session(s): 1/8–3/12
Tuition: member $395,
non–member $425
Materials fee: $66