Carborundum Collagraph

This workshop spans 3 Saturday sessions May 10, May 17 &amp; May 31 1 - 4 pm In this workshop, participants will explore the endless possibilities of collagraphic platemaking. By utilizing different mixtures of carborundum grit and acrylic medium, participants will be able to achieve a wide variety of textural surfaces and tonal variation. In addition to experimenting with this painterly approach to plate-making, participants will learn techniques for inking, wiping, and printing their collagraph plates. Instructor: <a href="https://www.rhodarosenberg.com/">Rhoda Rosenberg</a>

New Impressions Print Studio

Relief Reduction

Saturday, May 3 &amp; Sunday, May 4, 10 am - 2:30 pm Discover the unique process of reduction relief printing. Explore different carving techniques, ink and color mixing, and printing methods. Participants will learn how to carve and print multiple layers from a single relief block, creating an edition of multicolor prints. Blocks, carving tools, and two sheets of 22×30 inch paper will be provided. Additional paper will be available for sale. This workshop is limited to 8 participants. Instructor: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nancy_sue_mac">Nancy McCormack</a>

Aluminum Plate Lithography

Friday, April 11, Saturday, April 12, &amp; Sunday, April 13, 10 am - 2 pm This 3-day workshop will provide a comprehensive introduction to aluminum plate lithography. Participants will learn how to create an image on ball-grained aluminum plates using various drawing techniques, process the plate to stabilize the image, and print their own lithographic edition. This workshop will also cover the basics of registration, inking, and press operation. No prior experience is necessary, and all skill levels are welcome. All plates, lithographic drawing materials, and two sheets of 22×30 inch paper will be provided. Additional paper will be available for sale. This workshop is limited to 6 participants. Instructor: <a href="https://aeckhardt.com/">Andrew Eckhardt</a>

Paper Plates | Debossing, Embossing, and Shaped Matrices

Wednesday, April 9 &amp; Wednesday, April 16, 6 - 9 pm What can we do using just paper and&nbsp;ink to create images? In this two-part workshop, we will create shaped plates using cut paper sealed with gel medium to explore the wide range of potential printing methods from intaglio and relief to embossing and debossing. Materials provided, all levels welcome! This workshop is limited to 8 participants. Instructor: <a href="https://kelseyvbmiller.com/about">Kesley Miller</a>

Bookbinding for Print | Adhesive Bindings

Saturday, March 29 &amp; Sunday, March 30, 10 am - 4 pm Explore the advantages of adhesive bookbinding for printed matter. During this 2-day intensive course, printmakers are invited to revisit an existing or curate a developing body of work for the visual book format. This course will be dedicated to model building of various single-sided structures such as the accordion, drum leaf binding, and Hedi Kyle's Storage Book that appear double-sided in the finished&nbsp;form. Throughout the binding demonstrations, we will consider proper material handling, the physical properties of Eastern and Western papers, and alternative soft and hard cover options for each structure. Students will use their own prints in combination with new materials to design and build a mock-up for an original artist's book. Demo materials and bookbinding tools will be provided. No previous bookbinding experience is required.&nbsp; This workshop is limited to 8 participants. Instructor: <a href="https://hungermoonpress.com/">Lys Cianci</a>

Saturday, March 29 &amp; Sunday, March 30, 10 am - 4 pm Explore the advantages of adhesive bookbinding for printed matter. During this 2-day intensive course, printmakers are invited to revisit an existing or curate a developing body of work for the visual book format. This course will be dedicated to model building of various single-sided structures such as the accordion, drum leaf binding, and Hedi Kyle's Storage Book that appear double-sided in the finished form. Throughout the binding demonstrations, we will consider proper material handling, the physical properties of Eastern and Western papers, and alternative soft and hard cover options for each structure. Students will use their own prints in combination with new materials to design and build a mock-up for an original artist's book. Demo materials and bookbinding tools will be provided. No previous bookbinding experience is required.  This workshop is limited to 8 participants. Instructor: <a href="https://hungermoonpress.com/">Lys Cianci</a>

Gelli Plate Printing

Tuesday, March 25, 6 - 9 pm Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring the exciting world of gelli plate printing! This versatile technique allows you to create stunning, one-of-a-kind prints using a gelatin plate and acrylic paint. In this workshop, you will master the basics of gelli plate printing and explore various techniques to create unique textures and patterns using stencils, plant life, and drawing. You will see how one print can inspire the next, allowing you to create a series of original prints. By the end of the workshop, you will have created a collection of artwork to bring home.&nbsp; No prior experience necessary. All materials provided. This workshop is limited to 12 participants. Instructors: <a href="https://canvasrebel.com/meet-seline-smith/?fbclid=PAAaZGVQNFmHzut9HsWkoThQXE7adGnZ7wUWQjMzTeZFynLBohR_uZBEm3PR0_aem_AUuVt7Se-LRaFecQs1Q_XHjm1JVl-1CIAjiBYubtVlu0Ea_M3Dztpj0jjhb-8oCLKxE">Seline Smith </a>and <a href="https://www.darcihanna.com/">Darci Hanna</a>

Intro to Photolithography

Friday, March 21, Saturday, March 22, &amp; Sunday, March 23, 10 am - 2 pm In this three-day workshop participants will learn how to create and print photo-lithographic plates. They will have the opportunity to explore different approaches to image making, including hand-drawn transparencies and digital artwork. Participants will gain hands-on experience with UV exposure units, developing solutions, and other essential tools. This workshop is ideal for artists, printmakers, and anyone interested in exploring the intersection of photography and printmaking. Photolithography plates, films, drawing materials, and two 22×30 inch sheets of paper are included. Additional paper will be available for sale. This workshop is limited to 6 participants. Instructor: <a href="https://aeckhardt.com/printer">Andrew Eckhardt</a>

Multi-Color Etching

Friday, March 14, Saturday, March 15, &amp; Sunday, March 16, 10 am - 4 pm This 3-day intensive workshop will guide participants through the process of creating complex, multicolor etchings. Learn how to etch copper plates to achieve a range of tonal values. Participants will create 3 plates that will be printed in different colors generating a broader palette through color interaction and pattern intersection.&nbsp; Copper plates, etching tools, and grounds will be provided. Participants should bring their own printmaking paper and newsprint. A selection of papers will be available for purchase. This workshop is limited to 6 participants. Instructor: <a href="https://www.catarinalcoelho.com/">Catarina Coelho</a>

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S19: interest based

WBUR’s 75th birthday celebrations 💫

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.