Print Media Studio

The Print Media Studio is a collaborative printmaking facility which blends traditional, contemporary and experimental printmaking processes. Facilities include: Lithography (A4035), Relief (A4080), Screen Printing (A4060), Exposure Room (A4078), Screen + Plate Processing Darkroom (A4074), Screen Washout Room (A4072), Intaglio (A4065), Ferric Room (A4067), Bindery (A4025) and Letterpress (A4023).

General Contact
604. 844. 3858
printmedia@ecuad.ca

Vanessa Hall-Patch
Studio Coordinator + Technician
Office: A4044
vhall-patch@ecuad.ca

Shin Minegishi
Technician
Office: A4044
sminegishi@ecuad.ca

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General AccessPrint Media Studio access is available for students enrolled in PRNT courses.
OrientationTo work in the studio, students are required to complete the Studio Safety Orientation provided during class time.
EquipmentMost equipment in the studio requires an orientation prior to use. Equipment and/or process demonstrations are instructed during class by either faculty or a studio technician. Students cannot use equipment or work in processes they have not been trained in.
BookingWhen working in the studio outside scheduled class time, students should book work sessions via the online booking system.
Request SupportStudents and ECU community members who would like access to Print Media facilities can submit a Request for Support form. Capacity to support each request will be reviewed on an individual basis.
  • French Tool etching press: 48” x 24”
  • Takach etching press (electric): 75” x 39”
  • Takach etching presses: 48” x 24” (2)
  • Takach litho press (electric): 56.5" x 34"
  • Takach litho press: 56.5” x 34”
  • Takach litho presses: 69” x 39” (2)
  • Glen Alps etching press: 72" x 34"
  • Charles Brand etching press: 40" x 20"
  • Charles Brand etching press: 48” x 26”
  • Nolan proofing press: 42" x 25.5"
  • Sign press: 28.5" x 21.5"
  • Vandercook presses (4)
  • Ferric chloride tank
  • Hot plate
  • Spray booth
  • Stone graining sink
  • Screen printing tables
  • Screen drying racks
  • Seri-Glide 4464 vacuum screen printing table
  • Power washing booths
  • Emulsion stripper dip tank
  • Plate processing sink
  • Photopolymer plate maker
  • Emulsion scoop coating station
  • Ranar XPO 4048 screen exposure unit
  • NuArc flip-top platemaker: 42" x 33"
  • OLITE screen exposure unit: 72” x 64”
  • Nipping presses
  • Hot foil stamper
  • Work tables with cutting surfaces