ART260 — Printmaking II
ART 260 - Printmaking II ART 260 - Printmaking II Description: Basic techniques of etching, aquatint, and softground processes. Use of engraving, etching tools and roulettes for hand-texturing techniques. Single plate color techniques. Application of design principles. Edge beveling experience b. Cleaning of plate Projects a. Drypoint and engraving b. Basic line etch 1. Edition of at least five c. Aquatint 1. Line/value study d. Soft ground and sugarlift 1. Texturing processes e. Combination plate 1. Choice of techniques by the student 2. May include a split-plate combination Inking a. Consistent inking and wiping procedures b. Combinations of blocks c. Color inking 1. Poupee color inking used in at least one edition 2. Color proofing before final inking choices 3. Signing of color proofs Tools and processes a. Scraper b. Burnisher c. Roulettes Registration a. Acetate registration b. Multiple-plate registration Presentation a. Proper signing for artists proof and edition markings b. Portfolio development Safety and health hazards Critique Formal elements and principles of design Historical and contemporary art examples Learning
Prerequisites: ART160