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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. 

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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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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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LOCATION

250 Anderson St.
Portland, ME 04101

HOURS

Open 24 hours for Member Artists

By appointment for guests

info@rwsartstudios.com

207-831-5682

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