Valentine's Screenprinting Workshop, February 10, 2017

Join us for a TGIF Screen Printing workshop on February 10, 2017 from 5:30-9:00 PM and learn the fundamentals of screen printing for stationery!

Each participant will walk away with their own hand printed valentines and envelopes. We will experiment with layering, ink mixing, and collage to create pocket sized prints. This class is great for beginners looking to learn more about this simple, yet versatile printmaking technique.

Workshops fill quickly. Please register in advance: Valentine's Screenprinting Workshop Registration

Gallery Night 2016

Some great shots from our Gallery Night Open House, captured by Polka member David Bramson. Thanks to everyone who came out! We hope you enjoyed the printing and pretzels.

Thanks Making Workshop, November 20, 2016

Madison Community Discourse and Polka Press present: THANKS MAKING
November 20, 2016 | 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Polka! Press
2132 Fordem Avenue Ste L1, Madison, WI 53704
Printmaking demos | Gratitude writing workshop | Thank you cards to print and purchase

Join us for an afternoon of thank you card making and writing. We will provide prompts for expressing gratitude, inks and papers for printing cards, plus envelopes and postage so that we can mail your cards at the end of the day. There will also be a variety of thank you cards printed by Polka Press members available for purchase.

$5 / three cards to print or purchase (all supplies included)

Please bring one non-perishable food item to donate to the Goodman Community Center Food Pantry

Intro to Silkscreen, February 13, 2016

Intro to Silkscreen: Greeting Card Workshop

February 13, 2016 from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Polka! Press
2132 Fordem Avenue L1, Madison, WI 53704
$60 per student | Ages 18+

"In this workshop, students will learn basic screen printing skills and print a set of greeting cards. Students will layer images to create the background for their cards and further customize with additional text and hand coloring. 

The class fee covers paper, envelopes, and inks for the workshop. Students will take home their cards and envelopes printed during the class, along with test prints to experiment with at home. 

For questions contact: kld.paperandprints@gmail.com

Polka! Press Open House 2016

Open House: Pop-up Sale and Printing Demos

Sunday, February 7, 2016 from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Polka! Press
2132 Fordem Avenue L1, Madison, WI 53704

Show some love for local art and printmaking! Join us for an afternoon of Valentine making, letterpress and screen printing demos, and sweet treats. 

Print your own Valentines or pick up a few cards or gifts made by Polka members. Paper and ink provided; feel free to bring t-shirts or tote bags to print on. All ages are welcome!