s3e110 engraving currency and stamps with Tom Hipschen
30/06/2026 | 1 h 2 min
Ever wonder about the incredible artistry hiding in your wallet? In this episode, Ann sits down with Tom Hipschen, a former master engraver at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing who spent nearly four decades crafting the very banknotes and postage stamps we handle every day. Tom takes us behind the scenes of his extraordinary career—from his grueling decade-long apprenticeship and serving as the lead picture engraver for the $20 bill, to engraving over 130 US postage stamps. We delve into the fascinating intersection of centuries-old hand engraving, cutting-edge anti-counterfeiting technology, and a poignant look at his legacy as he navigates life with essential tremor. Tune in for a conversation that will completely change how you look at the everyday prints right in your pocket.
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s3e109 building a global print community with Reinaldo Gil Zambrano
16/06/2026 | 1 h 16 min
In this episode, host Ann Shafer sits down with Venezuelan-born artist and educator Reinaldo Gil Zambrano. Based in Spokane, Washington, Reinaldo is a relief printmaking specialist whose work explores themes of home, heritage, and the universal human experience. As an Assistant Professor at Gonzaga University and co-founder of the Spokane Print and Publishing Center, Reinaldo discusses his commitment to "democratic" art-making and his role as a bilingual bridge-builder in the global print community. From his early education at United World College to his recent solo museum debut, Reinaldo shares how storytelling and collaboration remain at the heart of everything he carves. Show me the images !! 🔗 Relevant Links Reinaldo's Artist Website: rgzprints.com Spokane Print and Publishing Center: spokaneprint.org "Pulling Roots" Exhibit at the Northwest Museum: Northwest Museum - Reinaldo Gil Zambrano Spokane Print Fest: spokaneprintfest.org United World Colleges (Costa Rica): uwccostarica.org
s3e108 casting metal type with Val Lucas
02/06/2026 | 1 h 12 min
In this episode, host Ann Shafer sits down with Val Lucas, the artist and master printer behind Bowerbox Press. From her early shift from painting to printmaking at MICA to her current work casting custom metal type and ornaments, Val shares her journey through the tactile, meticulous world of letterpress. We dive into the technical evolution of the craft—balancing traditional handset type with modern polymer plates—and discuss the vibrant, tight-knit community of women preserving this historic art form. Join us for a deep dive into the patience, machinery, and artistry required to keep the "magic of the press" alive in a digital age. IG: @bowerbox www.bowerbox.com
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s2e38 History of Prints The Venetians (part three) the Tiepolos
26/05/2026 | 46 min
In s2e38, Ann and Tru continue their History-of-Prints conversation about Venice in the 18th century. This is part three of three in which we talk about father and son, Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo. Shift your gaze from the canals to the clouds as we explore the whimsical, light-filled world of Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. A master of the Rococo, Tiepolo brought a sense of effortless spontaneity to his etchings, moving his needle with the fluidity of a pen. We break down his transition into the world of "Scherzi di Fantasia," where mythical scenes and fantastical themes come to life with remarkable finesse. Unlike the rigid reproductions of the past, Tiepolo's prints offer a personal narrative and a direct line to his wildest fantasies, proving why he remains one of the most enchanting storytellers in the history of art. Show me the images !!
s3e107 building an alternative art school with Nato Thompson
19/05/2026 | 1 h 3 min
What happens when you trade a job at Kinko's for a career as one of the art world's most provocative curators? In this episode, Ann sits down with the legendary Nato Thompson to explore how he navigates the complex intersections of community, culture, and the "art ecosystem." They dive into his latest mission—The Alternative Art School—where he is dismantling the myth of the solitary genius and building a global, accessible sanctuary for creatives. From the rise and fall of NFT hype to the deeply collaborative parallels between his work and the printmaking community, Nato shares why lean-in community support is the ultimate fuel for any artistic journey. Join them for an energizing look at how to find your calling by embracing the "crazy" and connecting with the collective. IG: @NatoThompson, @thealternativeartschool www.thealternativeartschool.com
Acerca de Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem
Acerca de Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem
Acerca de Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem
Why do fine art prints (etchings, woodcuts, lithographs, screenprints, etc.) and printmaking draw such fervent practitioners, collectors, and fans? Find out how prints were the first internet disseminating images since the mid-15th century. Find out why it takes a village to make, sell, study, and collect these affordable beauties. Who are all these people in the print ecosystem, anyway?
Series one looks at prints and printmaking and how they fit in in the context of museums, the market, critiques, and the print ecosystem. Series two offers a history of prints and printmaking in the West. Series three offers interviews with the people who perform various roles in the print ecosystem. Join us and find out why prints and printmaking occupy the best little corner of the art world. We'll turn you into a fan, too.
Platemark offers a bit of art history, artistic creativity, and introduces listeners to artists, printers, dealers, print publishers, gallerists, art historians, curators, and scholars.
Host Ann Shafer is a curator specializing in prints and printmaking. Formerly she was a curator at the Baltimore Museum of Art and the National Gallery of Art. She's a podcaster, blogger, and organizer of the Baltimore Fine Art Print Fair (baltimoreprintfair.com).
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