Through the Study Abroad program, Pratt offers immersive art experiences lead by local instructors in some of Mexico's most beautiful and invigorating settings. Click on class titles below for full details and to register.
Study Abroad: Mixed Media Printmaking in Chacala, Mexico with Miguel Perez and Larry Calkins
February 5, 2024 - February 9, 2024
Join us for a weeklong mixed media printmaking intensive in Chacala, Mexico (1.5 hours north of Puerto Vallarta) where the jungle meets the ocean. This workshop is a unique opportunity to combine your love for art with the tranquility of a tropical paradise. Discover new techniques, connect with fellow artists, and let your creativity flow in the stunning backdrop of Chacala. Work for 5 days alongside and learn from the expertise of Maestro Miguel Perez in his studio (https://www.facebook.com/grafica.chacala) and the innovative approach of our own Mixed Media artist Larry Calkins Larry Calkins. Create works that combine sketching, painting, and collaging. Printmaking will be available to those with previous experience. Be inspired by the petroglyphs at Alta Vista the ancient home of the Tecoxquin (2000 BCE). Swim in the warm waters of the Pacific. Prerequisite: None
Tuition includes lodging for seven nights (Saturday to Saturday Feb 4- Feb 10) giving students a day to explore Chacala. Included are delicious Mexican welcome and goodbye dinners.
Sat Feb 4 - Sat Feb 10 (Workshop days Feb 5- Feb 9 Monday - Friday)
Tuition $2300 ($1150 due upon registration; $1150 due by November 20)
Study Abroad: Collograph and Monotype Printmaking in Chacala, Mexico with Miguel Perez and Romson Regarde Bustillo
February 11, 2024 - February 13, 2024
Join Miguel Perez and Romson Regarde Bustillo for this 3-day Collagraph/Monotype intensive in Chacala, Mexico (1.5 hours north of Puerto Vallarta), where the jungle meets the ocean. This workshop is a unique opportunity to combine your love for art with the tranquility of a tropical paradise. Discover new techniques, connect with fellow artists, and let your creativity flow in the stunning backdrop of Chacala. Work alongside and learn from the expertise of Maestro Miguel Perez in his studio (https://www.facebook.com/grafica.chacala) and the innovative approach of our own interdisciplinary artist Romson Regarde Bustillo Romson Bustillo for 3 days to create works that combine Collagraph and Monotype techniques. Prerequisite: Printmaking Experience
Tuition includes lodging for four nights giving students a day to explore Chacala before the workshop begins. Included are delicious Mexican welcome and goodbye dinners.
Sat Feb 10 - Sat Feb 14 (Workshop days Feb 11-13 Sunday-Tuesday)
Tuition $1300 ($650 due upon registration; $650 due by November 20)
Study Abroad: Low Toxic Etching Intaglio in Oaxaca, Mexico with Daniel Flores
February 19, 2024 - February 23, 2024
Join Kamla Kakaria and Romson Regarde Bustillo in discovering the rich traditions of Oaxaca while exploring the art of printmaking in the heart of one of its most traditional neighborhoods, Jalatlaco. Led by studio master artists at (https://www.facebook.com/ProduccionGraficaZanate/) run by the talented Daniel Flores, this workshop promises a deep dive into the world of printmaking. In this workshop we will work traditionally in the cooperative, communal approach of the studio master artists who will etch, proof and print the plates we create. This can allow for experimentation with new techniques and ideas which you can bring back to your own work. We will use two plates (foreground and background) that are etched with salts (not acid). The Mexican master artists share their innovations in technique and experimentation to create surfaces to etch using tusche, aerosol, craquelure and Judea bitumen bags resulting in unusual and beautiful results. Daniel and his team will assist every step of the way. This workshop is your chance to immerse yourself in art, culture, and creativity in the enchanting setting of Oaxaca. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, experiment, and be inspired in one of Mexico's most artistic and traditional neighborhoods. Join us for an unforgettable artistic journey! Prerequisite: Printmaking (not limited to Etching) or Intermediate Drawing experience
Tuition includes lodging for seven nights giving students a day to explore Oaxaca before the workshop begins. Included are delicious Mexican welcome and goodbye dinners and lunches with the group on workshop days
Sat Feb 17 – Sat Feb 24 (Workshop days February 19-23 Monday-Friday)
Tuition $2500 ($1250 due upon registration; $1250 due by November 20)