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Our print shop is equipped for the production of a broad range of print media including etching, relief, screen, monotype and non traditional photo/print processes. We encourage all approaches to print; the curious beginners, the interdisciplinary dabblers and the meticulous editioners. Come see for yourself! Schedule a tour with our print shop manager. 

EQUIPMENT

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Etching & Relief

-24" x 48" Conrad Co. etching press

-36" x 60" C. Brand etching press

-Standing book press

-18" x 24" Copper etching tank

-Etching sink

-18" x 28" Conrad Co. hot plate

-Large glass inking tables

-Etching, carving and engraving tools

-Small and Medium size brayers

-Clean up supplies

-Miscellaneous inks, modifiers and grounds

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Screen

-30" x 24" table top exposure unit

-72" x 52" Douthitt vacuum unit

-Olite AL-35 printing lamp

-Screen washout booth

-Power washer

-Emulsion fridge

-Screen drying rack

-(4) 36" x 24" clamp-hinge units

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Prep &Finish

-Mac computer

-8.5" x 11" laser printer and scanner

-Light table

-44" HP Designjet z2100 printer

-24" x 24" paper cutter

-26" wide C&P Co. guillotine

-22" x 30" paper soaking sink

-Drying racks

-Newsprint roll 

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print@rwsartstudios.com

207-831-5682

ACCESS

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Resident Artist: Add-on 

Renting a private studio with us? Resident artists can add on 24/7 print shop access at a significantly reduced monthly rate. 

lease term -----------------$25/mo

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Associate Artist

Unlimited 24/7 access to all our print facilities including flat file storage, locker storage, discounted access to clay and wood facilities and the opportunity to participate in our annual studio events. 

1 year lease---------$175/mo

>1 year lease $200/mo

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Day Passes

**Due to COVID we have suspended this service**

Scheduled & limited daily access to our print facilities and equipment. Options for beginner and experienced printers. 

Required Day Pass Intro--$100

(1st day)

Solo Day Pass---------$50/day

(5hrs)

Assisted Day Pass____$150/day

(5hrs)

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*Access to all print equipment, for all membership levels is assessed on a case by case basis. Experience is necessary. Additional training may be required. 

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