s3e77 documenting the printmaking ecosystem with Susan Goldman
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
Release Date: 03/25/2025
S3e94 arts law with Yayoi Shionoiri
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with Yayoi Shionoiri, an arts lawyer and Vice President of External Affairs & General Counsel at Powerhouse Arts. Yayoi, who has over two decades of experience in art law, discusses her unique career path, from her initial interest in art history to working in law supporting artists and cultural workers. They talk about working together on the Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair, the significance of transparency in art production, the evolving field of art law, and the intersections of technology and art, particularly generative AI. The conversation also...
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S3e93 printing Peter Milton etchings with Robert Townsend
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this episode of Platemark, Ann delves into the intricate world of prints and printmaking with master printer Robert Townsend. With over 55 years of experience, Bob shares his journey, techniques, and notable collaborations with artists like Peter Milton, Jim Dine, and Michael Mazur. They take a deep dive into plate wiping, steel facing, and other essential intaglio processes. Tune in to learn about the nuances of printing detailed etchings, and gain insights into the collaborative efforts that bring them to life. IG @retownsendstudio !!
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s2e35 History of Prints James Gillray
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this History of Prints episode, Tru and Ann look at the considerable output of British satirist James Gillray (1756–1857). Younger than William Hogarth by nearly sixty years, Gillray took Hogarth’s social commentary, its energy, and caustic approach, and used his skills to skewer politicians and kings, laugh at Napoleon and his empire building, point out the absurdity of the fear of vaccines, and make clear the debauchery of public executions. In fact, he’s now called the father of the political cartoon. With scary parallels to current events, Gillray’s acerbic eye nails it every...
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s3e92 collagraph with artist Evan Summer
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with Evan Summer, who shares his journey from studying chemistry to becoming a printmaker and educator. We talk about the technical aspects and challenges of collagraph, a lesser-known printmaking technique, discussing its potential and common pitfalls. Evan also offers some essential hot tips on the technique. Evan explains the intersection of science and art in printmaking, emphasizing safety and technical precision. We also explore his dark, apocalyptic-themed landscapes contrasted with his occasional, whimsical animal prints. We talk about his his...
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s3e91 watercolor monotypes with artist and printer Sue Oehme
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with Sue Oehme, owner of Oehme Graphics in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Sue shares her journey into printmaking, starting with her initial foray into lithography before discovering her love for etching. We talk about the unique process and intricate technique behind her renowned watercolor monotypes, including how different surfaces and types of paper influence the final artwork. We also talk about her collaborative approach and highlight her experience with artists at Oehme Graphics. Sue also touches on her previous significant work experience at Tyler...
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s3e90 Printing Black America with William Villalongo and Shraddha Ramani
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this episode of Platemark, Shraddha Ramani and William Villalongo discuss their monumental project Printing Black America: Du Bois’s Data Portraits in the 21st Century, which is being published in fall 2025. This modern update of W.E.B. Du Bois's data visualizations from 1900, which was created in response to the George Floyd protests, focuses on the lives of Black Americans today, incorporating contemporary data and research. The project includes 30 prints produced by six major printshops across the U.S., aiming to reflect the geographic and demographic shifts of Black populations since...
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s3e89 monoprints with artist Nicholas Ruth
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with artist and educator Nick Ruth to discuss his multifaceted approach to art. Nick, who lives in Rochester and teaches at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, shares insights into his work across various media, including painting, drawing, and printmaking. They talk about his creative process, particularly his use of monoprints as a space for experimentation and growth. They talk about his inspirations, such as the bizarre charm of cell towers and the intriguing backs of road signs, and how these elements serve as metaphors for human communication. They...
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s3e88 art consulting X ministry with Quahana Hendree
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this episode of Platemark, Dr. Quahana Hendree, owner of Q Hendree Art Consulting in St. Louis, Missouri, shares her unique journey as an art consultant. Despite not being directly involved in the printmaking scene, Dr. Hendree brings a wealth of knowledge about art and its importance in various settings including corporate, commercial, and government spaces. She discusses the multifaceted role of an art consultant, detailing how she helps businesses curate collections that reflect their identity and values, manages existing collections, and advocates for the intrinsic value of art. The...
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HoP deep dive on ONE PRINT: Peter Milton's The Train from Munich
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In Platemark's history of prints series, Ann Shafer and Tru Ludwig present a second installment of their ONE PRINT series, this time on Peter Milton's The Train from Munich, 1991. In this episode, Ann and Tru take a single work considered to be a high point in the history of prints, and pull it apart to explore its subject matter, technique, style, and composition. It's a deep, deep dive into a single work--what a luxury. All images of Peter’s art are © 2025 Peter Milton / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Show me the !!
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s3e87 color printing in the 18th century with Meg Grasselli and Elizabeth Savage
Platemark: Prints and the Printmaking Ecosystem
In this episode Ann talks with Margaret Morgan Grasselli and Elizabeth Savage about their new, massive book, Printing Colour 1700–1830: Histories, Techniques, Functions, and Receptions (Oxford: Oxford University Press and the British Academy, 2025). The book, coming in at nearly 450 pages with 350 illustrations, is a landmark study blowing open a new field of study in print history. It offers a deep dive into a rich period of invention, experimentation, and creativity surrounding color printing in Europe between two critically important developments: four-color separation printing...
info_outlineIn this interview with the director and founder of Lily Press and the Printmaking Legacy Project, Susan Goldman shares her passion for printmaking and documentary film making. Susan discusses her journey from discovering printmaking at Indiana University, Bloomington, to founding Lily Press and creating impactful documentaries like Midwest Matrix. She highlights her educational experiences, mentors, and the vibrant printmaking community she's built over time. Goldman also delves into her personal work, her love for screenprinting, and the balance of managing a studio while collaborating with renowned artists like Sam Gilliam. Her current projects include documentaries on Lloyd Menard and Rochelle Toner and exploring the evolution and impact of digital printmaking. Susan's reflections on the importance of documenting printmaking history and incorporating community and teaching into her work provide a comprehensive view of her dedication to the art form.
Episode image: Erwin Thamm
Midwest Matrix film: https://www.midwestmatrix.info/index.html
Printmaking Legacy Project: https://printmakinglegacyproject.org/index.html
IG: lily_press_studio
IG: goldmansusan
Spread from Journal of the Print World on Midwest Matrix.
Rudy Pozzatti.
Tracey Templeton, Wendy Calman, and Susan Goldman at Indiana University, Bloomington.
John Whitesell. Circus, 1981. Three-color lithograph. 19 x 25 in. Published by Normal Editions.
Susan Goldman. Squaring the Flower II, #15. Screenprint. 30 x 30 in. Printed and published by Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Installation shot of Susan Goldman’s Squaring the Flower, McLean Project for the Arts, McLean, VA.
Cory Oberndorfer inspects proofs of Six Frozen Treats (after Dine) at Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Elizabeth Martin Brown working on a Sam Gilliam edition at Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Renee Stout. The Secret Keeper, 2010. Etching. Plate: 7 x 5 in.; sheet: 15 x 11 in. Printed and published by Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Renee Stout working at Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Viktor Ekpuk. Hip Sista, 2027. Screenprint. 30 x 22 in. Printed and published by Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Victor Ekpuk and Susan Goldman at Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Susan Goldman and Sam Gilliam at Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Dennis O’Neill in the shop at the Corcoran College of Art and Design, Washington, D.C.
Lily Press booth at the Baltimore Fine Art Print Fair, 2023.
Cory Oberndorfer. Six Frozen Treats (after Dine), 2023. Intaglio. Plate: 10 ¼ x 14 ½ in.; sheet: 21 x 15 in. Printed and published by Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Eve Stockton. Woodland Skyscape. Woodcut with watercolor. Sheet: 36 x 36 in. Printed and published by Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Eve Stockton working at Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Percy B. Martin at Lily Press, Rockville, MD. Photo: Duane Winfield.
Lloyd Menard, founder of Frogman’s Print Workshops.
Rochelle Toner. Boost, 2009. Etching. 12 x 16. Courtesy of the Artist.
Rochelle Toner and Susan Goldman filming their interview.
Enrique Chagoya. Life at the Border of Language, 2023. Color lithograph. 21 ½ x 36 in. Published by Sharks Ink.
Garo Antreasian. Y’es Em, 1991. Four-color lithograph. Sheet: 30 1/8 x 26 ¼ in. Published by Tamarind Institute, University of New Mexico.
Leonard Lehrer. Powis, 1972. Lithograph. Sheet: 24 x 18 in. ArtworkArchive.com.
Sam Gilliam (American, 1933–2022). 3 PM School Bus, 2018. Screenprint. 18 ½ x 51 ½. Published by Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Sam Gilliam (American, 1933–2022). 4 PM School Bus, 2018. Screenprint. 18 ½ x 51 ½. Printed and published by Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
Sangmi Yoo. Common Ground, 2025. Aluminum etching. 20 x 15 in. Courtesy of the Artist.
Keiko O’Hara at Lily Press, Rockville, MD.
