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Studio Time

Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm

Saturday: 9am - 4pm

Sunday - Closed

Impressions 9 â€‹

The Call for Entries for the show is now out!

The deadline is Friday, October 18th at 4:00 pm. ​

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The Salt Spring Island Printmakers Society respectively acknowledges that the land on which we learn and have settled on is the unceded, traditional territory of the Hul’qumi’num and SENĆOŦEN speaking peoples including the Quw'utsun and Tsawout First Nations. 

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Who we are

WHO WE ARE

We are a group of inspired, enthusiastic printmakers who founded the Salt Spring Island Printmakers Society in 2021. What we do:
Promote the art of printmaking on Salt Spring Island and beyond​. Provide opportunities for printmakers of all levels to learn, practice, create, and exhibit prints​. Encourage learning through workshops, mentoring, and shared resources for all ages.Share our enthusiasm and knowledge with communities at large, through exhibits, public events, and workshops

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Studio Time
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STUDIO ACCESS

Our printmaking studio at the Salt Spring Multi Space (SIMS) is open for MEMBERS only to use. If you haven't yet joined, become a Member. Before the first time you use the studio, you must be oriented to it. Orientations are held on 'Mentored Studio Days' which are every Tuesday 10am - 3pm (except July & August). 

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Membership in the Printmakers offers you learning, inspiration, support, critiques, and fellowship. The low membership fee of $30/year opens the door to signing up for workshops and printmaking studio days at a lower cost than non-members. Being a member allows you to register for open studio time. ​

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Cost Breakdown:

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Membership - $30

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EARLY BIRD Annual Studio Access - $260

(Limited time August 15th - September 15th)

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Annual Studio Access - $275

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Pay in 2 Installments Annual Studio Access - $275

First Installment - $138 / Second Installment - $137 (February 1st, 2025)

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If you would like to pay by e transfer or by cheque, please contact ssipsmembership@gmail.com.

  • Membership 2024/25

    30$
    September 1st 2024 - August 31st 2025
     
    • Regular updates about upcoming events and shows
    • Orientation to the studio and use of the studio
    • Opportunities to take workshops
    • Access to the SSIPS library, with borrowing privileges
    • Opportunities to show works in SSIPS exhibitions
    • Discounts at local art supply stores and framing services
  • EARLY BIRD Annual Studio Access

    260$
    Discount offered From August 15th - September 15th
     
    • Early Bird Annual Studio Access $260 - Savings of $15
    • Instalment payments not available for early bird pricing
    • A cupboard space and a paper shelf
    • Opportunities to work with youth and the community
    • Access to the studio
    • Studio days that include mentoring and demos at no charge
  • Pay in TWO Installments - Annual Access

    138$
    This plan is available to those who have purchased the first installment IN EARLY SEPTEMBER, and as a ½ year rate on a one-time only basis to new members who join in 2025.
     
    • First Payment $138 due in early September
    • Next Payment of $137 due Feb 1st, 2025
    • A cupboard space and a paper shelf
    • Bridging sessions with mentors towards working independently
    • Opportunities to work with youth and the community
    • Studio days that include mentoring and demos at no charge
    • Access to the studio
Become a member
Workshop

WORKSHOPS & ACTIVITY DAYS

Discover the exciting possibilities of printmaking by attending one of our workshops taught by accomplished printmakers. We hold printmaking workshops throughout the year. Both beginner and advanced printmakers will find workshops that accommodate and challenge their skills.  

If the workshop you are interested in is now full, please email ssip.workshops@gmail.com to ask to be put on a wait list.

  • Seasonal Cards and Gifts – a SSIPS Work Bee! - ACTIVITY DAY 2
    Seasonal Cards and Gifts – a SSIPS Work Bee! - ACTIVITY DAY 2
    Tue, Nov 19
    Capital Regional District
    Nov 19, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Capital Regional District, Salt Spring Island, Capital Regional District, BC V8K, Canada
    Nov 19, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Capital Regional District, Salt Spring Island, Capital Regional District, BC V8K, Canada
    Come out for this important SSIPS fundraiser!
  • Print Café & Potluck - ACTIVITY DAYS
    Print Café & Potluck - ACTIVITY DAYS
    Tue, Dec 17
    Capital Regional District
    Dec 17, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Capital Regional District, Salt Spring Island, Capital Regional District, BC V8K, Canada
    Dec 17, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Capital Regional District, Salt Spring Island, Capital Regional District, BC V8K, Canada
    Let’s end the season with a print café and potluck! Bring your prints and a finger food potluck contribution and we’ll spend the morning being inspired by each others’ printmaking journeys.

Registration for Workshops and Activity Days will be open until September 8th for members only.

Studio days

MENTORED
STUDIO TUESDAYS

We offer mentored studio days every Tuesday when printers can bring their own supplies and work on their projects with a mentor being present. We have a small and medium sized printing presses. Some other equipment is available. The cost is $20/day which can be paid by eTransfer or cheque. The first visit is at no cost and you don't have to be a member! If you need an orientation for 'open studio time', come to a studio day. Bring your own water bottle as the water in the studio is not potable.

Mentored Studio Days Schedule:

Every Tuesday: 10am - 3pm

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Current Shows

UPCOMING
SHOWS

​Impressions 9 Show

Salt Spring Gallery: November 8 - 27th, 2024

 

Of This Place

Art Craft Show Case: July 2025

 

Island Printmakers Biennial

Art Spring: April 2026

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Contact Us
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CONTACT US

If you do not want to join as a member but want to receive our newsletter, notices of shows or any other notable events, join our Mailing List. 

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Mailing Address:

155 South Ridge Drive

Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada

V8K 1Y9

Our Sponsors & Friends

OUR
SPONSORS
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These businesses offer discounts to our members:
 
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We have a Save-A-Tape box at Country Grocer. Put your grocery receipts in our box #142 and we get 1% of total sales of receipts collected
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These businesses don't offer member discounts but
you may be interested in checking them out:
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Here are printmaking organizations that are inspiring. 
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