The Art of the Photogravure

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Biplane at Cranes Beach, 2003

Lothar Osterburg

Edison’s Light

Robert ParkeHarrison, 1999

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2023 Copper Plate Photogravure Workshop | Renaissance Press

This summer Renaissance Press is hosting two intensive copper plate photogravure workshops. The workshops take place at Renaissance Press in Ashuelot, New Hampshire. Participants should expect intensive days in a relaxed environment. Renaissance Press is located on the bank of the Ashuelot River and is a 25-minute drive to Keene, New Hampshire or Brattleboro, Vermont. Lodging at the farmhouse at Renaissance Press will be available to participants during the workshop.

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