Workshops & Reservations
Wood Shop
The Wood Shop is open by appointment for authorized students who have successfully passed the Wood Shop Qualification, which are run the first weeks of each semester. The Wood Shop allows for four students to work safely simultaneously. Appointments can be made with Witts to discuss projects and receive tutorials with specific equipment or tools. The Wood Shop is open daily from 8am to 12pm.
Technician: Witts
email: witts.huntermfa@gmail.com
Make Wood Shop Reservation
Metal Shop
Students must first pass the Wood Shop Qualification in order to be eligible for the Metal Shop Qualification. The Metal Shop is open by appointment for authorized students. The Metal Shop is only designed for one student per hour to safely work in the space. Appointments can be made with Witts to discuss projects and receive tutorials with specific equipment or tools. The Metal Shop is open daily from 8am to 12pm.
Technician: Witts
email: witts.huntermfa@gmail.com
Make Metal Shop Reservation
Clay & Casting Area
The Clay & Casting Area is for use by authorized students only.
Technician: Peter Hoffmeister
email: peter.hoffmeister.hunter@gmail.com
Spray Booth
The Spray Booth is open by appointment for authorized students only.
Technician: Peter Hoffmeister
email: peter.hoffmeister.hunter@gmail.com
Spray Booth appointments here.
Digital Fabrication Room
The Digital Fabrication Room is open by appointment for authorized students only.
Technician: Peter Hoffmeister
email: peter.hoffmeister.hunter@gmail.com
Digital Fabrication Room appointments here.
Kiln Room
The Kiln Room is open by appointment for authorized students only.
Technician: Peter Hoffmeister
email: peter.hoffmeister.hunter@gmail.com
Make Kiln Room Reservation here.
Darkroom
The darkroom is open to authorized students only.
Darkroom Policies/Infosheet
Make a Darkroom Reservation
You must read, sign, and submit the New Policy Agreement before using the 3rd floor digital and photography facilities.
Technician: Freddie Greis
email: huntermfaprintlab@gmail.com
Book Binding & Print Finishing Area
The bookbinding/print finishing area in room 301A open to authorized students only.
Room 301A: Print Finishing Area and Digital Printing Infosheet
You must read, sign, and submit the New Policy Agreement before using the 3rd floor digital and photography facilities.
Technician: Freddie Greis
email: huntermfaprintlab@gmail.com
Photo Equipment Catalog
Digital Printing
Digital Printing is available to authorized students by appointment only. Contact the technician to make an appointment. Appointments should be made at least 24 hours in advance.
Room 301A: Print Finishing Area and Digital Printing Infosheet
You must read, sign, and submit the New Policy Agreement before using the 3rd floor digital and photography facilities.
Technician: Freddie Greis
email: huntermfaprintlab@gmail.com
Photo Equipment Catalog 2024
Black Box Room
- Access to the Black Box requires the completion of an orientation. Once completed, students may reserve the space by filling out the Reservation Form. Same-day appointments may be accepted based upon room availability and if they are requested within office hours (9am-4pm) so that you may pick up the key for the room.
- At the time of your appointment please go to the main office (200) to pick up the key.
- Only one student is allowed to reserve the Black Box room at a time and is responsible for the equipment. Reservations are allowed for 1 week at a time. Additional time must be requested in advance.
Equipment
Full Inventory List and Black Box Rules and Procedures
- Technician: Genesis Salinas
AV Checkout
AV checkout is by appointment only, and inquiries will be responded to during available hours. No drop-in visits.
Hours:
Tuesdays 10:30-6:30
Wednesdays 10:30-6:30
You must read, sign, and submit the New Policy Agreement before using the 3rd floor digital and photography facilities including AV checkout.
Technician: Luca Lee
Email: hunteravcage@gmail.com
Audio and Video Editing Lab
Audio and Video Editing Labs available by appointment for authorized students only. No drop in visits.
You must read, sign, and submit the New Policy Agreement before using the 3rd floor digital and photography facilities.
Technician: Luca Lee
email: hunteravcage@gmail.com
Make Video Editing Lab Reservation
Make Audio Editing Lab Reservation
PRINT STUDIO AND RISO LAB: CORNER PRESS
About the Printmaking Studio:
Located on the 4th Floor of the Hunter MFA Building, the Printmaking Studio, Corner Press is equipped for intaglio, relief, and screen printing techniques. It features a 32” wide Charles Brand etching press, a drying rack, a large exposure unit and wash out booth for screen printing, and an Accu-Glide 25"x 38" screen printing table with a one-man squeegee. Additionally, the studio includes dedicated areas for ink mixing and paper cutting. This studio is designed for students interested in exploring both traditional and experimental printmaking techniques in their art practices.
Hunter College Riso Lab: A Hub for Printing Innovation and Publishing Research
Located on the 4th Floor of the Hunter MFA Building (Room 430), the Riso Lab at Hunter College is a space dedicated to the exploration of Riso printing techniques and the advancement of publishing research. This newly established lab is not just a printing studio; it is a dynamic research laboratory committed to fostering knowledge production, community engagement, and the evolution of publishing practices.
The Riso Lab is equipped with two Riso SF5450U machines, a Xerox printer, computers, and a cutting station, along with a well-stocked inventory of paper for student use. A key feature of the lab is its curated library, which includes a diverse selection of Riso publications from independent publishers around the world, as well as essential resources on Riso printing and publishing, offering students both inspiration and practical reference material.
We offer comprehensive orientations that provide an in-depth exploration of the history and various uses of the Riso duplicator machine. These sessions cover everything you need to know to safely operate both Riso machines in the Hunter Riso Lab and familiarize you with the lab dynamics, ensuring that by the end, you will be certified to use the studio independently.
If you have not already taken a Printmaking elective, you must schedule an orientation meeting with Nicholas D’Ornellas (nick.hunterprint@gmail.com), or Alejandra Arias Sevilla (ale.ariassevilla@gmail.com) before utilizing the Printmaking studio, or Eva Parra (hola@calipsopress.com) before utilizing the Riso Lab
Technician: Alva Mooses
For use of the main printshop at 205 Hudson, please email: 401prints@gmail.com
Seminar Rooms and other Critique Spaces
There are four seminar rooms (210, 310, 312, 410), the 2nd Floor Gallery (203), and the Flex Space (202) available to display artwork. When they are not in use for a class, you may use these spaces for documentation, individual critiques, or as a project space. Please refer to the classroom schedule and avoid using these spaces when classes are scheduled.
You MUST be out of the room on time and leave the space in as good condition as you found it - no exceptions!
Contact Tim Laun: tlaun@hunter.cuny.edu
Open Office Hours with MFA Program Directors
MFA Program Directors hold open office hours in room 223. Availability TBA.