WEEK 12 _ Intaglio Critique & Print Exchange

1. We will critique the work from our INTAGLIO Unit Monday 11/18. Please arrive a little early to install.

In place of an edition, you will submit a minimum of 3 different prints created from your drypoint and collagraph plates. Differences may include alternative inking approaches as well as monotype processes introduced by the instructor. 

This set of “monoprints” shall demonstrate variety through the use of the following approaches:

  - Changing the way that the prints are inked and wiped (intaglio)

  - Relief inking and printing 

  - Post-print modifications using media like gouache/watercolor, graphite, ballpoint pen, colored pencil, etc

Here's an example of what I mean by 3 different variations. The first image is three drypoint variations, the second is three collagraph variations.

If you need to make more prints over the weekend remember that you'll need to add the blankets and adjust the pressure for the press. You can find the blankets, blotter paper, and extra printing paper on the shelves below BOOP. DO NOT forget to relieve the pressure and return the press to the way tat you found it after printing. DON'T leave the blankets under pressure!!!!!

2.) Final Project: 

PRINT EXCHANGE

 

What is a “print exchange”? 

It’s common for printmakers to create opportunities to trade work via print exchanges. Usually all participating artists agree to a set of shared parameters such as size, theme, and process. The “edition” size is based on the number of participants (often including an extra 2-3 prints for archival and exhibition purposes by the organizer).

 

 

DETAILS:

 

- Theme: “As Above, So Below” _ You will create a new print in response to this thematic prompt. 

 

- Process: Blockprint, Drypoint, or Collagraph

I can provide you with the following matrix options: ½” MDF (7x10”), drypoint plastic plate (6x8”), or matboard collagraph backing (7x10 or 6x8”). If you wish to work on mounted linoleum you’ll need to purchase it from NRV Art & Fiber. Do not exceed 7x10” in the size of your block so that you may stay within the paper size parameters for the exchange (see below).

 

- Size: no larger than 9 x 12” (paper size)

 

- Color: Black ink only

 

- Edition: 13 prints, numbered 1/13 through 13/13 

 

- Paper: any good printmaking quality paper that we’ve used so far

 

 

 

Timeline

            

Submission = your 13-print edition must be printed by end of class, Monday 12/9/24. This will allow for a little drying time. At the beginning of class on our final meeting (Weds. 12/11) we will sign our editions and assemble the exchange into sets for you to take with you when you leave.