Overview
The printmaking area equally embraces traditional and emerging practices in the medium of print. Interdisciplinary activity is supported, and students are encouraged to explore the connections between printmaking and other studio disciplines.
Curriculum
The curriculum requires students to develop both technical proficiency and familiarity with history and contemporary theory. Beginning classes allow students to practice the creative process using a wide range of shop techniques. Intermediate and advanced classes emphasize individual growth and the realization of a strong personal vision.
The program offers opportunities to participate in exhibitions, conferences, and workshops, on campus and in a broader arts community. Instruction takes place in a workshop environment, including the following facilities: digital imaging and output, intaglio, stone and plate lithography, photo-mechanical processes, relief, and screen print.
Contact Us
For information about applying, visit our Prospective Students page or call us at (205) 348-5967. Thinking of a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) major in Printmaking? Here is a sample four-year plan for the BFA in Printmaking.
Printmaking Faculty
![Kenya Russell Kenya Russell preparing her print for hanging in Eclectic Way-Paul R Jones Collection and printmaking students' exhibit 2017](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/EclecticWay-PaulRJonesCollectionexhibit.jpg?w=369&h=369&crop=1&ssl=1)
![Relief print of two men by Shivam Pawar](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/PortersattheStation.png?w=263&h=369&ssl=1)
![Screen print by John Klosterman](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Malbis_Takes_Flight-1.jpg?w=447&h=236&ssl=1)
![Kenya Russell in ART321 a student rolls up her stone in the litho shop.](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/KenyaRusselART321.jpeg?w=185&h=236&ssl=1)
![Linoleum printmaking Linoleum block prints by students in ART 220](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/20171107_134031.jpg?w=416&h=284&ssl=1)
![Jacob Davidson, Toaster Boy Poster 2 Jacob Davidson, Toaster Boy Poster 2](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/toaster_boy_poster_2web1.jpg?w=216&h=284&ssl=1)
![Checa Baldarelli screen printing Checa Baldarelli screen printing with another student helping.](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/checa-printing.jpg?w=401&h=509&ssl=1)
![Sarah Dittmann, “Uncertain Journey,” detail, intaglio on material, embroidery, MDF, and driftwood, 2019, 14" x 22" x 4"](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/6-MA-Uncertain-Journey-detail-1.jpg?w=231&h=153&ssl=1)
![Career Day in the gallery. Area high school students visit the SMGA for Career Day in the arts.](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/IMG_1295.jpg?w=231&h=154&ssl=1)
![Heather Wylie inking a plate Heather Wylie inking a plate](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/HeatherWylieink1.jpg?w=231&h=194&ssl=1)
![Ulrike Franz Ulrike Franz, "Dropdots," 2019, screenprint and watercolor painting on paper, ca. 19 x 19 inches. Image courtesy of the artist.](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Dropdots.jpg?w=340&h=339&ssl=1)
![Sarah Dittmann, “Lítost,” multiple fabrics, batting, thread Sarah Dittmann, “Lítost,” multiple fabrics, batting, thread, cross stitch, embroidery, screenprint, paper, litho crayon, and watercolor, 2020, 71” x 61.5”](https://i0.wp.com/art.ua.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2-MA-Litost.jpg?w=292&h=339&ssl=1)
Printmaking News
Ten BFA Studio Art Majors Exhibit Thesis Work in the SGAG
The UA Department of Art and Art History presents the Bachelor of Fine Arts in studio art degree group exhibition, April 30-May 4, 2024, in the Sella-Granata Art Gallery, Woods
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John Klosterman is Visiting Artist at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Over UA’s spring break, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh printmaking club invited UA printmaker and instructor John Klosterman to be visiting artist for a week. Klosterman started his week with a
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Kat Murray to Present MFA Exhibition at Sella-Granata Art Gallery
The UA Department of Art and Art History presents the Master of Fine Arts thesis exhibition of Kat Murray, titled Regulars, from March 29 to April 9, 2024, in the