The Printmaking Council is proud of the involvement of artist Sally Spofford as the juror for this exhibition. A long immersion in the art of the Maya was Sally's gateway into the iconography of other and older civilizations. During the search for archetypes her head became jammed with fragments and details. Eventually insights began to lead to assimilation and fusion. Sally feels that our culture seems cut off from its past without myths or heroes. Her fascination with history and other cultures has taken her on a search for beginnings, essences, and links to contemporary culture. MYTHS & MARKS features works that respond to these ideas and universal questions such as, who are we and how did we get here? Sally Spofford graduated with high honors from Swarthmore College and also studied at the Art Students League with Bernard Klonis and George Grosz and at the China Institute with Ya-Chun Wang. Her paintings and sculpture are in the collections of the New Jersey State Museum, Newark Museum, Morris Museum and Hunterdon Art Museum, as well as many corporate and private collections.

Previous shows:

May 15 - July 24, 2010
"Where Have We Been?"
The 35th Annual PCNJ Member Exhibition.
Come and see where our members have been this past year.





Going Home, Anthony Lazorko

GRANDE
An Exhibition of Large-Scale Prints and Photographs

Featured artists: Anne Dushanko Dobek, Yashua Klos, Jonas Kulikauskas, Maria Lupo, Kathryn Maxwell, Szilvia Revesz, Bobby Rosenstock, Bill Rybak, Erin Sweeney, Keren Zaltz.

Art as Action features works by five acclaimed printmakers whose passion for complex social, economic, political, and environmental issues spills over into their art.


Featured Artists - J. Catherine Bebout, Karen Guancione, Curlee Raven Holton,
Doris Nogueira-Rogers, and Erik Ruin.

December 12, 2009 through February 20, 2010.

October 10 - December 5
BELOW THE SURFACE
A collaborative exhibition between PCNJ & The Book Arts Roundtable

Participating artists: Seth Apter, Aileen Bassis, Barbara Brewton, R.D. Burton, Lynne Buschman, Mary-Ellen Campbell, Pat Cudd, Pat Feeney Murrell, Marleen Grabowsky, Janet Hautau, Shellie Jacobson, Randy Keenan, Lynn Keffer, Eryn Lewis, Debra Livingston, Karen McDermott, Chuck Miley, Arlene Gale Milgram, Kenneth Schnall, Leokadia Stanik, Jean Stufflebeem, Judy Tobie, Susan Walkley Topper, Cynthia Weiss.



August 8 - September 19

What Does It Mean To Be Human?
PCNJ Member Print Exchange

PCNJ is proud to present "What Does It Mean To Be Human?" as the American half of an international traveling print exhibition exchange with printmakers from Johannesburg, South Africa.

Image: Wind, linocut by Lea Goldman

June 6 - August 1
Reclaiming Lives - Print Exchange Exhibition from Johannesburg, South Africa

Dancers (Ndzhauuko indzuti wa xigaza I), etching by Phillemon Hlungwani

October 23 - December 5, 2010
Entry deadline: September 17.
Guest Juror & Environmental Pioneer Candace McKee Ashmun

JUROR'S STATEMENT: French author Antoine de Saint-Exupery said water is "...not necessary to life, but rather life itself." Water literally defines our existence. About 70 percent of the earth's surface is water. And the water that sustains all life today is the same water that has submerged continents, moved mountains, carved out canyons and rolled across the sky in massive weather systems since the earth began.

In many ways, water is a living being, always in motion, always changing and always vulnerable to unethical human conduct. The rest of the biological community embraces a natural ethic that allows plants and animals to coexist without harm in our water-dependent universe. Meanwhile, humankind continues to exploit land and water resources to satisfy economic desires, enjoying the privileges while not recognizing the obligations inherent to our interdependence as a natural community.

Water is life, and we have a moral obligation to protect it for all earth's inhabitants, now and in the future. Biological communities have figured out an ethical way to live together over eons, each taking their place in the natural world. We need to learn to do the same.

Download the prospectus here: ReverenceforWaterCallforEntries.pdf

Photo credit: Dawn Benko for the Daily Record

The Printmaking Council is proud of the involvement of artist Sally Spofford as the juror for this exhibition. A long immersion in the art of the Maya was Sally's gateway into the iconography of other and older civilizations. During the search for archetypes her head became jammed with fragments and details. Eventually insights began to lead to assimilation and fusion. Sally feels that our culture seems cut off from its past without myths or heroes. Her fascination with history and other cultures has taken her on a search for beginnings, essences, and links to contemporary culture. MYTHS & MARKS features works that respond to these ideas and universal questions such as, who are we and how did we get here? Sally Spofford graduated with high honors from Swarthmore College and also studied at the Art Students League with Bernard Klonis and George Grosz and at the China Institute with Ya-Chun Wang. Her paintings and sculpture are in the collections of the New Jersey State Museum, Newark Museum, Morris Museum and Hunterdon Art Museum, as well as many corporate and private collections.

October 23 - December 5
A Reverence for Water:
a special collaboration with ANJEC
Guest Juror & Environmental Pioneer, Candace McKee Ashmun
Opening Reception, Saturday October 23, 1 - 4pm
Live Benefit Auction for ANJEC, Sunday, December 5, 4 - 7pm

Thursday, July 8, 10am-4pm
Editioning In A New Way with Judy Langille
Fees: M $120, NM $135. Materials: $20
In this class students will create silkscreens using black and white photocopies and the Thermo-Fax machine as the process for printing books in limited editions. This method allows for intricately detailed images as well as highly graphic designs to be transferred to the screen in a matter of seconds. Screens will be designed with the goal of creating multiples for a small edition. Paint and silkscreen ink will be available for experimentation. The multiples can be used as paper, book covers, sections of quilts, images on cloth for handmade clothing, and original prints. Level: All.

Friday, July 9, 10am-4pm
Torn Paper and Textures with Judy Langille
Fees: M $120, NM $135. Materials: $15
Multiple simple printmaking processes will be explored in this class.
Textures, text and photos are some of the design inspirations for
student's work. Paper resist techniques will be used in combination with
stencils from torn/cut paper, and Thermo Fax screens to create unique
designs on paper or cloth. Students will also experiment with removing
colors and overlapping layers creating complexity in their work. The results
will be spontaneous and exciting.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 16, 17 & 18
Electroetch Intensive with Marion and Marc Behr
Fees: M $600, NM $650. Materials: $25

Test plate, material over soft ground, acid /Test plate, material over soft ground, electroetch ((C)Marion Behr)

This intensive workshop is part of PCNJ's plan to offer artists safer, cleaner alternatives in printmaking. ElectroEtch is the only non-toxic method of platemaking that allows printmakers to work and rework zinc and copper plates regardless of size, using all traditional etching techniques established over the last 500 years, as well as some fascinating new ones. Not only is the use of acid avoided, but there is no hydrogen generation when zinc is etched. This ElectroEtch workshop will demonstrate the use of very low voltage electricity in place of acid to etch metal intaglio plates. The disposal of ecologically harmful solutions is avoided. Traditional and non-traditional methods of image creation will be explored including line etch, soft ground and embossment. The workshop includes three days of training with the Behrs, pioneers of the Electroetch technology, and two additional days in the studio to experiment with the techniques. The workshop is specially designed for those experienced in intaglio and is mandatory for any artist wishing to teach ElectroEtch for PCNJ in the future. Class size is limited to 6, so please register early.

Marion Behr, a visual artist, is accomplished in the fields of painting, printmaking and sculpture and has been widely exhibited in the United States and abroad. She won her first national award at age 7 and has been continually recognized and honored for her art all her working life. Marion holds a BFA and MFA from Syracuse University. She trained in printmaking under Mohammed Khalil at Parsons School of Design. Her works are in major collections in Mexico (Centro de las Artes de San Agustin Etla); Thailand (Royal Thai Art Collection); Germany (United States Embassy and Druckwerkstatt Bethanien); Peru (ICPNA "Instituto Cultural Peruano Norteamericano); and, in the United States, the Smithsonian Institution; Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum; the Ben Shahn Gallery; the Newark, New Jersey Public Library; and the Social

Science Research Council corporate collection, among others. One-person shows include the Johnson Gallery, Bedminster, NJ; the ICPNA Miraflores Gallery, Lima, Peru; Hunterdon Art Museum, Clinton, NJ; Steeplechase Cancer Center, Somerville, NJ; and B. Beamesderfer Gallery, Highland Park, NJ. In 2005 Marion was selected as New Jersey Artist of the Month by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. Listings include Marquis Who's Who in American Art, Marquis Who's Who in the World, Marquis Who's Who in America, and Marquis Who's Who in the East. Among Marion's awards are: the Charles A. Lindbergh Fund Grant for Arts and Humanities; Ben Shahn Purchase Award; and a grant for ElectroEtch jointly awarded by the United States Embassy in Mexico, Francisco Toledo and Conaculta (Consejo Nacional para la Cultura y las Artes).

With her husband Omri Behr, Marion co-invented ElectroEtch(R), a non-toxic art etching process which is used in a number of universities and printmaking studios internationally. Marion has lectured widely on ElectroEtch and has published articles about the process in Printmaking Today, Leonardo Journal and Chemtech Magazine.

Judy Langille is a nationally acclaimed fiber artist and experienced art educator who has received grants from the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. She has taught at a variety of levels, including K-8 in several New Jersey and New York school districts, college level at William Paterson University and adults at the Newark Museum. Judy has received numerous surface design awards for her quilt art and hand dyed fabrics and has had many pieces accepted at the most prestigious shows, such as Quilt National, Visions, and Art Quilts Philadelphia/Elements. She has had her work published in numerous publications , most recently in the Surface Design Journal where she co-authored an article called, "One Cloth, One Fabric: Whole Cloth Composition". In February 2009 she was the Artist of the Month on www.jerseyarts.com . She continues to work in her studio, show her art and teach in artist in residence programs around the country.

Download class registration form here.

Shelley Thorstensen
has 7 large new prints completed in 2010 in
Counterpoint: The Leap from Vision to Print
Woodmere Art Museum, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia
April 3rd - July 31, 2010

Maxine King
has two new Sumi ink and watercolor paintings in
Contemporary Art Group showing at The Artist Framer, 17 North Ave., East Cranford, NJ 07016
April 2nd - May 1st

Printmaking Sampler for 6 - 8 year olds
4 Thursdays: May 6, 13, 20 and 27, 4:00 - 5:00pm
Students will learn a new fine art printmaking technique every week. They will create a monotype print, carve a relief block and silkscreen a shirt with their own unique design.
Class size is limited to 15, so please register early!
Fee: $40.00

Printmaking Sampler for 9 - 12 year olds
4 Thursdays: May 6, 13, 20 and 27, 5:15 - 6:15pm
Students will learn a new fine art printmaking technique every week. They will create a monotype print, carve a relief block and silkscreen a shirt with their own unique design.
Class size is limited to 15, so please register early!
Fee: $40.00

To register for classes click here to download a registration form. Please send completed form and fees to:

Let's get together on February 18th at 7 PM to discuss the beginning of an Artist To Artist Network!

Here is a little background that may help to explain...
I have been a long time PCNJ member, sometimes active/ sometimes not. I have recently retired and am thrilled to be spending much more consistent time in my studio. All of this working in solitude has me craving interaction with other artists. I look for the opportunity to meet with like-minded artists who are willing to share. I have heard others expressing a similar desire.

There are no pre-conceived plans, other than that some members have expressed a similar interest in organizing "something". So, let's start and see what develops!! Bring some ideas yourself or come and listen and weigh in on ideas expressed. This comes from a desire to develop a place to come together with other artists in an open and encouraging environment. Who knows where this might take us?

Refreshments are welcomed. Hope to see you at PCNJ on the 18th.

Leokadia Stanik

• Registration and full payment is necessary to reserve space in any class.
• Material fees must be paid with registration.
• Materials list (if applicable) and confirmation will be sent prior to start of class.

*Use of a professional studio and related equipment.
*A $1,000 stipend to support the residency and offset the cost of supplies.
*Uninterrupted time to explore new ideas and techniques.
*Interaction with a new community of artists.
*Publicity in local and regional media.
*An opportunity to exhibit work at the end of the residency period.

• In 2010, PCNJ seeks applicants working in printmaking and its related disciplines, preferably in a non-toxic format.
• The AiR MUST BE self-sufficient in a printmaking studio.
• The AiR shall use the studio in a manner that demonstrates a strong commitment to the program.
• He/she will spend at least 20 hours a week at PCNJ, which can include days, night, and weekends.
• The residency will take place during a 6 week period from May 1 - June 20, 2010.
• The AiR must provide his/her own housing and transportation to and from the studio.
• The goal of the AiR should be to complete a new body of work. This could include print editions, artist books, papermaking, and installations, among others.
• The new work will be exhibited in PCNJ's Library Gallery from Oct. 16 - Dec. 25.
• The AiR is also responsible for offering a limited number of events at PCNJ, such as lectures, demonstrations, workshops and publicity functions.
• The AiR will donate a small portion of the work completed during the residency to PCNJ.

1. Application Form
2. A professional C.V., resume, or bio.
3. One letter of reference from a professional source, such as a department Chair, academic colleague, former professor, curator, arts administrator, etc.
4. 8-10 examples of work on CD. Each image must include the artist's name, date, medium, and size. PCNJ is looking for a strong body of work, which does not need to be limited to just printmaking.
5. A one-page Artist Statement.

PCNJ is proud to offer "What Does It Mean To Be Human?" as the American half of an international traveling print exhibition exchange with printmakers from Johannesburg, South Africa. Works accepted to show will be exhibited at PCNJ, at an off-site venue in downtown Somerville, and in Johannesburg.

Download Call for Entries here.

Image: Earth Madonna, Frederick Franck

Long-time members (l - r) Bess Birrell, Pat Feeney-Murrell, Cynthia Weiss and Lynn Keffer view artist book by Karen McDermott.

Distinguished Honoree Stephen McKenzie chats with member Susan McKinley as Gala attendees browse Print Lottery Wall.

PCNJ Board Member Donna Conklin-King during awards presentation at sold-out Gala Dinner.

Excitement builds for Honorees Marion and Marc Behr as Print Lottery numbers are drawn.

Photo credits: Scott Friedman

The Printmaking Council is developing plans to enhance programs, expand reach and deepen the involvement of the public in all its activities and events. Volunteers are an important resource and a valuable asset. When they donate their time they meet interesting people and gain experience in the arts and non-profit management.

Please consider becoming a volunteer today.

Volunteers are assisting the Printmaking Council in these and many other ways:

• Installing gallery exhibitions


• Assisting Roving Press instructors


• Updating the database


• Gallery sitting


• Facility maintenance

Printmaking Council of New Jersey is grateful for funding support from:

NEW JERSEY STATE COUNCIL ON THE ARTS
JOHNSON & JOHNSON SOMERSET COUNTY COMPANIES
ORTHO BIOTECH
ETHICON, INC.
VICTORIA FOUNDATION
KONRAD FOUNDATION
PNC BANK
TYLER FOUNDATION
THE HYDE and WATSON FOUNDATION

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.

For course descriptions please click here.