The goals of the Printmaking program are to introduce students to the basic nature of printmaking both historically and conceptually; to examine the purpose, function and aesthetics of this art form within the larger scheme of the art world; and to further the student’s aesthetic thinking, skills, and career goals. Through hands-on work, research, and invention, students gain insights into this area that can engage them for the duration of their studio studies. Instruction is provided in both technique and conceptualization, and experimentation is encouraged.

Although the program emphasizes intaglio and lithography, students may pursue work in relief printing, screen printing, photoprint processes, vitreography (prints from glass plates), book arts, mixed media and other experimental processes; no style or aesthetic approach is stressed over another. The content and the quality of the student’s work become the final measure of achievement. Professionalism is enhanced by participation in the recently established International Visiting Artist Print Projects through Alagarto Press in which students assist visiting artists with the printing process.