Printmaking II is an introduction to the tools, history, and basic techniques of linocut, etching, and silkscreen printing. Serigraphy Introduction to silk screen printing using the latest in water-based materials, direct photo emulsions, and mixed processes. Students explore new and spontaneous ways of working with this historic technique. Woodcut Study of the history and techniques of the hand printed woodcut. The use and care of a variety of tools for making cuts and marks into wood for printing are demonstrated.
Students learn the qualities and characteristics of different woods and papers.
Development of technical and editioning skills is stressed. Collagraphy Exploration of images and surface qualities obtainable from collage material on the etching press. Prints are executed in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. A thematic direction will be chosen for a special edition. Monoprint Experimentation in creating one-time impressions.