Who We Are

Zea Mays is a studio, workshop, educational facility and research center dedicated to new approaches in printmaking. At Zea Mays we honor the rich tradition of printmaking by exploring alternatives that are safe for artists and the environment.

At Zea Mays we research new developments in alternatives to toxic printmaking. We test products and methods and strive to demonstrate the greatest aesthetic potential of each new medium. We document our research extensively and have a library of material on safer printmaking.

As an educational facility we offer artists, printmakers, students, teachers, and novices classes and workshops in new approaches to printmaking. Our emphasis is on intaglio, relief and monotype printmaking and we offer a wide range of courses for all levels of expertise. Zea Mays 'staff and guest artists teach the courses. We are also available to "take the show on the road" for offsite demonstrations and workshops. Zea Mays is also available for individual collaborations with artists seeking to explore unique issues in printmaking or publish an edition of prints.

Zea Mays is committed to bringing printmaking into the 21st century through research, education and collaboration. We welcome all who want to share in this wonderful journey. Explore this web site and find out about all we have to offer.

Zea Mays (Sweet Corn) is a plant known for it's ability to extract heavy metal toxins from the soil through it's leaves and roots. Just as this plant is being used as a natural way of restoring contaminated earth back to health, our mission is to restore the art of printmaking to a healthy art form.