• Do you have a copper or zinc printing plate that you'd like to have printed for you? Something you made in college or at another print facility? The studio provides expert level printing services for previously made plates. Plate restoration services are also available.

  • Are you experienced in using an etching press and looking for facilities to use in Brooklyn? Sidetime Studio is happy to offer flexible private studio rental with materials included (copper plates and paper are additional fees). The shop has everything necessary for etching, aquatint, and monotype processes. A studio monitor will be on duty to answer questions and to ensure proper safety protocols are practiced.

  • Would like like to host an event at Sidetime Studio? Birthday party? Pop-up event? Get in touch!

  • Do you see a workshop you'd like to participate in but you are unable to make the dates? The studio offers flexible and customizable workshops for individuals and small groups!

Studio Services

The studio is pleased to offer professional-grade printmaking services and individual studio rental. For more information regarding costs, timelines, and possibilities please email info@sidetimestudio.com

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A room with a wooden floor and white brick walls, containing a large metal machine with a roller, likely used for rolling or laminating materials. There are three large windows along the wall, a workbench with various items, and an empty table.
Laboratory or scientific workspace with tools and equipment on a wooden table near a window.
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An empty workspace with a metal table and two rolling black stools in a room with wooden floors, white brick walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

Equipment

  • A metal table with a large off-white roller attached, located in an industrial-style room with wooden flooring, brick walls, and large windows.

    MARTECH ETCHING PRESS

    28" wide by 48" long bed

  • A commercial kitchen or food preparation area with a stainless steel grill on a wooden counter, a black tabletop with a rock and a copper-colored artwork, and large windows letting in natural light.

    INKING STATION

    Everything you need for handwiping a plate. Larger hotplate coming soon.

  • Wooden cabinet with art supplies such as tubes of paint, metal tins, and jars, situated in a room with wooden flooring.

    INKS AND PAINTS

    High-quality traditional etching inks are available to use. We have a limited color range, please either bring your own colors or get in touch to see what we have available at the moment. Professional water based media is also available for monotype.

  • Wooden seedling starter with a clear plastic cover and a green support frame in a room with hardwood floors.

    AQUATINT BOX

    Traditional aquatint box (with a see through top!) Can accommodate plates up to 28 x 32 inches.

  • A small wooden kitchen counter with a microwave, electric kettle, and tablet on top. Below, a mini refrigerator and open shelves with cups, jars, and containers. To the right, a trash can and a window in the background.

    KITCHENETTE

    Kettle, mini fridge, and microwave available. Cups, bowls, etc. The studio has lots of food options close by.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

In addition to some low-tox printing practices, the studio works in traditional etching methods, which utilize materials that may harm your health. We take precautions when using chemicals including gloves, protective eyewear, and masks to limit exposure. We do not use or allow Dutch mordant or nitric acid for intaglio at Sidetime Studio. The most common chemicals and substances used in the studio are oil based inks, odorless mineral spirits, naphtha, asphaltum, and ferric chloride (for etching).