Zea Mays Printmaking is a studio, workshop, gallery, educational facility and research center dedicated to the safest and most sustainable printmaking practices available. We are continually researching exciting new techniques and products. We share this information through our workshops, consultations and private tutorials.
We offer workshops in safer printmaking processes; access to our state-of-the-art studio; exhibitions; residencies; prints for sale and more.
Printmaking in Johannesburg: Artist Proof Studio
Prints by South African artists working at Artist Proof Studio including William Kentridge. In the Sanford Gallery @ ZMP through August 30th.
Research
Detailed research conducted by our interns into a variety of new printmaking products and methods.
Residencies
1-12 week residencies with on-site accommodations. Access to all of our state-of-the-art "green" printmaking facilities. Private or community studio. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Internships
We offer unpaid internships to college students pursuing a degree in printmaking, recent college graduates or to those who have completed a non-academic course of study in printmaking.
substratum
A group of artist members from Zea Mays Printmaking began an investigation into the health impacts of the printing plates we use. Substratum is a documentation of our investigation and hopefully a useful resource for other artist/printmakers and DIY practitioners.
Printmaking in Johannesburg
Liz Chalfin's blog about teaching at Artist Proof Studio in Johannesburg and working with William Kentridge, plus more adventures!
Printmaking in Havana
Here's the story of our incredible trip to Havana to teach polyester plate lithography at San Alejandro Academy of Fine Arts. Visit our Cuba blog and read our story and see slideshows from this wonderful experience.
Featured Workshop
Etching Line and Tone with Liz Chalfin
Saturday-Sunday, September 28-29, 2019, 10-5
Learn the fundamentals of etching on copper plates.
Studio Membership
Now accepting applications for membership (September 2019-August 2020). Deadline to apply: August 20, 2019.
Digital Exhibition – Rise Above
Curated from the rich trove of prints in Zea Mays’ Flat File, the prints chosen here each reflect a unique “rising above”. Enjoy.
Research Projects
Part of the mission of Zea Mays Printmaking is to research new developments in safer, less-toxic and non-toxic printmaking. Our research is all on-line and available to the printmaking community.
Residencies
Our Residency Program provides an opportunity for artists to work in a cutting-edge studio, research center, workshop and artist community. We are currently scheduling residencies for 2019 and beyond.
