The Macao Museum of Art (MAM), under the auspices of the Cultural Affairs Bureau, launched the ‘Youth Art Program’ in 2022, collaborating with schools and youth associations to create a ‘second classroom’ away from school.
The art of printmaking has its origins in ancient printing technology. Through a process of continuous evolution, it has branched out into various plate-making techniques and has become an important form of visual art today. This programme invites young students to experiment with professional printmaking equipment and learn how to create prints, receiving positive feedback. This year, we will continue to enhance the programme by organising a distinctive series of ‘Youth Printmaking Workshops’, aimed at meeting the needs of schools in printmaking education and providing a platform for young people to express their artistic potential and creativity, as well as nurturing new talents in the field of visual arts in Macao.
The workshops are free of charge, and transportation is available for groups. Schools and non-profit organisations are welcome to register and participate!
Target Participants: Young people aged 12 to 24 enrolled through schools or associations.
Dates: 5th October 2024 to 11th December 2024
Location: Art Square of MAM (Ground floor of Handover Gifts Museum of Macao)
Language: Cantonese/ Mandarin
Fee: Free of charge
Description of the workshops
Option 1: Plants and Flowers – Relief Printing Workshop
Participants will explore the mysteries of relief printing, from basic production techniques to monochrome printing, with step by step introduction to the beauty of relief printing while creating floral motifs.
Option 2: Bronzeware Decoration –Collage Printmaking Workshop
Participants will explore the various cultural connotations of bronzeware decoration and use a variety of materials to create textured collages.
Instructors
Wu Yongliang
Holds a master’s degree from the Printmaking Department of the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing and is currently working at the Macao International Printmaking Arts Research Centre.
Loi Wai Kin
Bachelor’s degree from the Macao Polytechnic Institute in Visual Arts and is currently attending a Master’s programme in Fine Arts at the Macau University of Science and Technology. He has extensive experience teaching visual arts.
Enrolment
1. Enrolment Period: 13th September 2024 to 27th November 2024
2. Available Booking Dates and Times: From 5th October to 11th December 2024, every Monday and Wednesday afternoon from 2 PM to 6 PM, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 6 PM.
3. Maximum Number of Participants: A total of 12 sessions, each lasting 2 hours. Each school or association can enrol in a maximum of 2 sessions, with a minimum of 15 participants and a maximum of 20 per session.
4. How to Enrol: Young people enrolling on behalf of government-registered schools, non-profit organisations, and social service organisations in Macao can apply for a maximum of two Youth Printmaking Workshops. If necessary, a free shuttle service will be provided. Interested parties must submit the completed enrolment form via fax(28751317) or email(milou@icm.gov.mo) at least 10 working days before the event date. The enrolment form must be signed and stamped by the school director or the president of the organisation.
5. Admissions: Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
6. Workshop Options: The actual workshops offered may be adjusted based on the order of applications and material availability. Accepted applicants must adhere to the arrangements made by the MAM.
7. If the workshop is cancelled due to adverse weather conditions on the day, a make-up workshop can be arranged on another day within the available booking dates.
8. For any enquiries, please contact Ms. Lou during office hours: (853) 8791 9702. To learn more, please visit www.MAM.gov.mo
9. MAM reserves the right to make the final decision.