Saratoga Arts’ Community Printmaking Studio is your local printmaking studio designed for all skill levels, whether you’re just getting started or have years of experience. We offer classes, open studio access, Community Print Nights, and our popular Pint ‘n Print events. 

Our Printmaking Studio is currently closed while our building is under renovation.

Open studio users will need to provide their own paper, plates/blocks, and etching needles, scrapers, carving tools, etc.

Our printmaking studio is equipped with:

• 24" X 48" Takach etching press
• 20" X 40" etching press
• blankets
• drying rack
• Cranfield Caligo Safe Wash Inks
• water bath trays
• large sink
• brayers
• bench hooks
• tear bar
• cutting mats
• light boxes

What we offer

Classes! 

We offer the opportunity to learn techniques in etching, relief, screenprinting, and monotype. These are perfect for those brand new to printmaking, or those who want to create in a class environment. 

Full Class List Here

Monotype class taught by Kathy Klompas

Pint ‘n Prints! 

A relaxed, no-pressure night of printmaking fun. Enjoy a drink, some snacks, and make something! Perfect for seasoned artists or you “can’t even draw a stick figure” artists, this is your chance to explore printmaking in a welcoming and laid-back setting.

Linocut Pint 'n Print at Whitman Brewery

Open Studio Access! 

Printmaking often requires large, specialized equipment, and we’ve got it! If you’re confident working independently, our open studio hours give you access to professional tools and space to bring your ideas to life.

Woodcut class taught by Colleen Cox

Options for purchasing open studio time are five hour bundles and an unlimited hours monthly fee. 

Open studio users need prior printmaking experience or have taken introductory courses here at Saratoga Arts to be able to use the space on their own. 

What does your open studio access fee go to? It goes to supplies and maintenance of the studio! We are hoping to expand soon to include a ferric chloride etching bath and screen printing. Let us know if you are looking to do something specific in the studio email Ally DeRusso at aderusso@saratoga-arts.org.

Community Print Nights! 

Bring your own project and work alongside fellow printmakers! Community Print Nights are all about connection and creating a space where ideas, feedback, and advice can be shared. Or enjoy the camaraderie! A studio monitor is on hand for support and guidance, but please note this is not a class.

Drypoint class taught by Gretta Keene