My printing workshop ・Insights and processes
Monotype
A monotope print, also called a monotype, is a special printing technique in which only a single print is made from a plate. Unlike other printing techniques such as etching...
Monotype
A monotope print, also called a monotype, is a special printing technique in which only a single print is made from a plate. Unlike other printing techniques such as etching...
Aquatint etching (intaglio)
Etching - several light/dark gradations The starting material for an aquatint etching is a metal plate, usually made of zinc or copper. This plate is degreased, coated with powdered resin...
Aquatint etching (intaglio)
Etching - several light/dark gradations The starting material for an aquatint etching is a metal plate, usually made of zinc or copper. This plate is degreased, coated with powdered resin...
Mixed media print
The mix of different printing techniques creates contrasting effects, e.g. by combining the fine lines of an etching with the contours of a blind embossing (intaglio + relief printing). To...
Mixed media print
The mix of different printing techniques creates contrasting effects, e.g. by combining the fine lines of an etching with the contours of a blind embossing (intaglio + relief printing). To...
Printing technique VERNIS MOU (gravure printing)
A vernis mou etching is also known as a soft ground etching. To do this, I apply a wafer-thin wax-soft acid protectant to the heated printing plate (usually zinc). I...
Printing technique VERNIS MOU (gravure printing)
A vernis mou etching is also known as a soft ground etching. To do this, I apply a wafer-thin wax-soft acid protectant to the heated printing plate (usually zinc). I...
ETCHING (intaglio)
There are two different methods of incorporating an etching into a printing plate: 1. In drypoint etching , the drawing is carried out directly on the printing plate using an...
ETCHING (intaglio)
There are two different methods of incorporating an etching into a printing plate: 1. In drypoint etching , the drawing is carried out directly on the printing plate using an...
LINOCUT (high pressure)
Relief printing is the oldest printing technique in existence. The first paper mills were built in Italy in the 13th century, and the first in Germany in 1390. At the...
LINOCUT (high pressure)
Relief printing is the oldest printing technique in existence. The first paper mills were built in Italy in the 13th century, and the first in Germany in 1390. At the...