We will be painting stenciled acetate plates with water-based inks to create subtle and intricate monotype prints. This process allows you to paint quickly onto the acetate plates, then transfer the ink to dampened paper using an etching press. You will learn about ghost images, which can achieve wonderful effects with immediate results. This technique is completely non-toxic.
This versatile printing method is used everywhere, from fabric to wallpaper, and it’s surprisingly easy (and fun!) to get started. We’ll be working with non-toxic, water-based inks, making this a relaxed and approachable way to dive into the process. For returning participants: This week you’ll get to print your own custom design, which will be prepped ahead of time, so you can jump right in and create something extra unique.
We will try different techniques to create decorative paper that can be used for covering portfolios, books, presents or other paper projects. We will use simple stamping with vegetables and fruits, printing from linocut, and other material like strings, foams, etc. We will dab, spray, dye and learn how to make paste paper. Use the papers you make in this class to cover your own books in the Basic Book Structures Workshop.