ART1045 — Introduction to Printmaking
ART 1045 - Introduction to Printmaking ART 1045 - Introduction to Printmaking Hours/Week: Lecture 1 Lab 2 Studio Course Description: This course is an introductory-level study of printmaking. The course provides opportunities to explore the concepts and methods common to printmaking through guided projects and demonstrations. Topics include an introduction to a variety of printmaking media, materials, and techniques. In addition to creative methods for problem solving, a general overview of historical and cultural printmaking issues will be covered. Open studio hours are available for outside class work if needed. MnTC Goals Goal 6 and ART1024 Major Content What is Printmaking? Matrix vs Non-Matrix The implications of multiples and mechanical reproductionin imagery Is there an original? What are editions? Printmaking throughout history Printmaking Materials Papers and Substrates Inks, Paints Resist or Retain Printmaking Types Monotype Collograph Etching Engraving Lithography Gel Plate Transfer Printmaking Tools and Equipment Etching Press Ink palette and mixing tools Engraving tools Creative process development Ideation applied to Printmaking: Cutivating Creativity Process and Process Journal Critique and gathering feedback Self-analysis and creative improvement Learning