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Audience Age
Young children (6-8) through Adults
(Note: This is for a Live, In-Person active printing display)
Andy Volpe researches and prints in the same techniques of the Old Masters and early New England Colonial printers (ca 1470s - 1800) in the art of Intaglio, (Engraving), on copperplate.
Utilizing a modern metal, but portable, rolling press, Andy invites visitors to watch him work, as well as look through examples of his work & historical replica prints (which can be available for sale). Visitors can also have a chance to print their own "Certificate" keepsake or decorative notecard (while supplies last). While he prints he can discuss the history of the process, how it was used, and its impact in historical context. Displays of tools, printing plates, and related materials are included.
Presentation can be for the whole day
Additional options for Andy to be dressed in 1470s, 1630s, or 1770s, and refer specifically to those time periods.
$400.
Fee can be negotiated, in lieu for selling art & prints on-site or via visitor donation or other arrangement.
Program Length
Varies
Printing press & displays requires additional apx. 1 hour for setup & breakdown
Indoors presentation very strongly encouraged & preferred
Ground floor access for display space suggested (unless elevator access is available)
apx. 13 sq. feet footprint required for press and 1-2, 6 or 8 foot long rectangular tables
parking access adjacent to display area requested for set up/break down but not required
outdoor option available, weather permitting, with limited display and equipment (EZ Up tent can be brought, or, if provided by the site preferred)
Inks & chemicals are "non-toxic", ink is oil-based (boiled linseed oil, mineral oil); rubbing alcohol, odorless paint thinner, mineral oil used for cleanup in miniscule amounts. Trash and ink waste are taken by the presenter. Dropcloth for floors available upon request.
Last Modified
03/20/2023
Recent Library/School Appearances by Andy Volpe: Art & History
Holden Senior Center (contact C. Nelson; Roman Legionary and Medieval Artist programs)
Holden, MA
(508)210-5570
The Oaks mansion (Daughters of the American Revolution Bigelow Chapter House; Paul Revere / Intaglio Printmaking demos)
Worcester, MA
(508)797-3530
Peabody Essex Museum (contact M. Winikates; Medieval Artist hands-on display)
Salem, MA
(508)745-9500
Boston College High School (contact E. Penarubia; Roman Legionary programs)
Boston, MA
(617)436-3900
Valley View School (contact S. Longvall; Roman Legionary programs)
North Brookfield, MA
(508)867-6690
Exeter High School (contact E. Ellis, Latin; Roman Legionary programs)
Exeter, NH
(603)395-2400
Bancroft School (contact H. Hall-Alicandro; Medieval Artist program)
Worcester, MA
(508)853-2640
Franklin Pierce University (contact J. Donelan; Roman Legionary and Medieval Artist)
Rindge, NH
(603)899-4000
Rice Public Library (Jennifer Kelley; Roman Legionary)
Kittery, ME
(207)439-1553
Oblate Retirement Home (Roman Legionary program)
Tewksbury, MA
(508)612-0405
Old Sturbridge Village (contact Jim O'Brien; Printmaking/Intaglio Printing demonstrations)
Sturbridge, MA
(508)347-0328
Leach Library (contact: Donna Plante; Roman Legionary program)
Londonderry, NH
(603)432-1132
American Inn Retirement Living (contact: Elizabeth Demerski; Roman Legionary program)
Southwick, MA
(413)569-1945
Mashantucket Pequot Museum (Printmaking in New England 1600-1770 demonstration)
Ledyard, CT
(800)411-9671
Storrs Library
Longmeadow, MA
(413)565-4181
Performer’s Contact Information
Andy Volpe: Art & History
Andrew Volpe34 Douglas Rd
Bldg. B Red Brick Mill
Whitinsville, MA 01588
Photos of previous setups and presentations available upon request
email: avarthistory@gmail.com