IS Projects is a public-access printmaking and book arts studio whose mission is to promote innovations and developments to print and book media by providing knowledge, training, and a supportive work space for South Florida's artists. Printmaking comes from a long tradition of collaboration so we strive to bring together like minded artists to create a community in which these artists can flourish. A healthy print community is a sign of a thriving art scene so our role in Fort Lauderdale as the only community print shop is vital. Each time someone walks through the door of IS Projects they learn a little something about the art printmaking and bookbinding. Through events and workshops we hope to cultivate a deep love of fine craft in South Florida. We are a public-access studio which means that we don't want to just keep all of this equipment to ourselves, we want to share it with like minded local artists and printmakers. All you need to do is let us know what day you would like to come in about a week in advance and what you would like to come in and work on. All of our studio rental scheduling is based on availability in the shop so please have a couple of dates in mind. Letterpress: What we provide: ink (oil based only, if you would like to use other inks please feel free to bring your faves) (we also might not have the exact color that you're looking for so if you have something super specific in mind that can't be mixed from the basics please bring your own,) Boxcar Bases (13x19", 9x12", 2x2.625",) wood and metal type ( we have a collection of over 200 different faces,) solvents, rags, gloves What you should bring: paper (but we do have some in stock,) photopolymer plate developed and ready to print (if you're planning on printing from one,) specific inks, snacks, a printing buddy if you need one. Fine Art Printing: What we provide: ink (oil based only, if you would like to use other inks please feel free to bring your faves) (we also might not have the exact color that you're looking for so if you have something super specific in mind that can't be mixed from the basics please bring your own,) felt press blankets (30 x 60",) backer board, tarlatan, phonebooks, ink modifiers (setswell, easywipe, mag carb, french chalk,) hot plate, heat gun, solvents, rags, gloves What you should bring: paper (but we do have some in stock,) newsprint, plates (if you're planning on printing from one,) specific inks, snacks, a printing buddy if you need one Screenprinting: What we provide: emulsion, emulsion remover, screen hinges, spatulas, sponges, washout sink, hose What you should bring: printing material (paper, fabric, shirts etc) (we do have some in stock,) ink (make sure it's the right stuff for what you're printing on,) newsprint or test print material, paper towels, masking tape, packing tape, mixing containers, films (we can print them for you here if you need) Studio equipment available for artist use: Letterpress Vandercook SP15* Vandercook no.3* Craftsmen Imperial 6.5 x 10* 2 Kelsey Excelsior 5 x 8* Kelsey Model 0 5x8* Write-A-Sign Model 711* collection of 200+ faces of lead and wood type Oil and Rubber Based Inks Fine Art Printmaking Praga Etching Press (35 x 65" bed)* Ettan Etching Press (12 x 24" bed)* Oil Based Etching and Relief Inks Screen Printing exposure unit (max screen 35 x 48")* screen tables* washout booth 24" Film Printer Fabric Printing 36" x 48" padded printing table 24" x 36" padded printing table T-bars for registration t-pins Book Arts 44” Johnson Board shear 30" Chandler & Price guillotine 19” Challenge guillotine 10” x 15” book press corner rounder pamphlet stapler spiral binder leather skiver 22" sewing frame 22" job backer 11" lying press snap setting press General Studio Equipment 24" inkjet printer 36" tear bar 58" x 33" cutting mat w/ grid black and white photocopier (fee per copy) flat file drawers (monthly rental)* *requires specific reservation. Be sure to include this in your reservation