In a printmaking studio, artists produce large amounts of wastewater containing acrylic particles, which have proven to be toxic to humans and the environment. When this waste is washed straight into the drain, these particles are released into the water system, where they can cause harm. Flocculation is a process used widely in water treatment “in which colloids come out of suspension in the form of floc or flake, either spontaneously or due to the addition of a clarifying agent” (Wikipedia). Zea Mays Printmaking aims to define a practical method for flocculating and filtering out acrylic particles to create clean, pH neutral wastewater before disposal. Researchers defined a recipe and constructed a filtration system where the task of flocculation and filtering are shared between the user and shop monitor. Additionally, researchers note the need for defined best practices when working in acrylic mediums to increase the success and ease of this flocculation system.