Studio Membership
Open Air Printers (OAP), a program of the Goldwell Open Air Museum, a Nevada 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation, is an artist workspace dedicated to the practice of low-toxicity fine art printmaking. We offer classes and workshops, host community related events and exhibitions, and provide an opportunity to join a vital community of artists by offering shared use studio memberships. Through this program, members have access to a professional printmaking studio and a chance to interact with other artists.
Studio membership is designed specifically for individuals who have demonstrated an appropriate level of experience in printmaking and are granted access to work in one or more printmaking techniques, including lithography, relief, letterpress, intaglio, monotype and screen printing. While all members are not required to have extensive experience in their chosen medium, we do require that they can use the facilities correctly, independently, safely, and with consideration for other users.
Prospective members need to read and fill out an application form, schedule an interview to assess technical ability, and complete a studio orientation before using the studio. People are encouraged to apply with sufficient time for this process before beginning a project.
STUDIO MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
KEY HOLDER UNLIMITED:
In order to qualify as a Key Holder, you must have sufficient experience with equipment and processes in the studio. There is currently a limit of 14 Key Holders at any one time – others can be put on a waiting list for the first available slot. All Key Holders must make a 12-month commitment and provide a $50 key deposit. Benefits include:
- Guaranteed access to studio facilities 24/7, individual key to the studio
- Priority registration for workshops
- 20% discount on classes & workshops
- Invitations to members-only demonstrations and practicums
- Opportunities to participate in Open Air Printers studio sales, exhibitions and exchanges
- Opportunities to buy supplies at discounted rates
- Flat file and storage space at the studio for the duration of the membership
- Eligibility to financially benefit from teaching and participating in Open Air Editions
Key Holder Membership (12-month commitment) $200.00/month
PROFESSIONAL LIMITED (NON-WORKING/WORKING):
The Professional Limited membership is for experienced printmakers seeking regular access to studio equipment during posted studio hours, as well as involvement in a great printmaking community. All Professional Limited members must make, at minimum, a 6-month commitment. Benefits include:
- Guaranteed access to studio facilities during regularly scheduled studio hours
- Priority registration for classes & workshops
- 20% discount on classes & workshops
- Invitations to members-only demonstrations and practicums
- Opportunities to participate in Open Air Printers studio sales, exhibitions and exchanges
- Opportunities to buy supplies at discounted rates
- Flat file and storage space at the studio for the duration of the membership
- Eligibility to financially benefit from teaching and participating in Open Air Editions
Working Members receive a discount because they commit to volunteering as a studio monitor at least six hours per month. As a studio monitor, you help maintain the studio and provide regular open studio hours, making the facility available for other members. Working Members will have moderate maintenance and administrative tasks to perform during their shift, but are otherwise free to work on their own projects during their shift. They must be willing to stop and handle any studio issues that come up after training.
Professional Limited Membership (6-month commitment)
$175/month (non-working) $125/month (working)
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP:
Associate Members work independently in the studio during established studio hours while a studio monitor or instructor is present. Each member is allowed to use half a flat file drawer as available and only as long as rental status is active. Personal inks and tools may not be stored in the studio, except for small items that fit in the flat file drawer. Associate Members receive:
- Ability to reserve to Open Air Printers studio time during scheduled hours at discounted rates of $10/hour, or $50/day, or $175/week.
- Priority registration for classes & workshops
- 10% discount on classes and workshops
- Invitations to members-only demonstrations and practicums
- Opportunities to participate in Open Air Printers studio sales, exhibitions and exchanges
- Technical support
Associate Membership $240/year
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
Current UNLV and CSN students may work independently in the studio during two established studio periods per week while a studio monitor or instructor is present. Student Members receive:
- Access to studio equipment and basic supplies during established student periods
- Ability to display work for sale during Preview Thursday, First Friday and at other times as space allows.
- Technical support
Student Membership $150/per semester
STUDIO MEMBERSHIP BASIC AGREEMENTS:
Regardless of type of contract or past experience, ALL applicants are expected to understand and adhere to basic agreements of working in the studio, including:
- Responsibility for knowing safe use of studio and equipment and applying safety guidelines
- Ability to work responsibly and independently
- Respect for and proper usage of facilities and shop equipment, including taking into consideration your limitations within the studio
- Cleanliness and willingness to pick up after yourself
- Consideration and respect for other renters, their space, and property
- Abiding by the policies set forth in the OAP Studio Manual
- OAP tools, equipment, or supplies are strictly NOT to be removed from the studio
- Members may not use facilities to print for other artists except through Open Air Editions
- All members will be required to complete an orientation session and safety training.