Overview
Learn the unique advantages of creating drypoint prints using metal plates in this 14-minute art tutorial. Discover how metal plates allow for complete erasure and design modifications using scraper and burnisher tools - a significant advantage over plastic plates. Follow along with detailed demonstrations of plate preparation, including filing edges, making drypoint marks, inking techniques, and the printing process. Master the art of making corrections through scraping and burnishing methods, while gaining valuable insights about managing proof prints to preserve plate quality. Complete with comprehensive tool and material recommendations from multiple suppliers, explore each step from initial design to final print production, including proper paper preparation and printing press techniques.
Syllabus
Intro
Discussing design
Copper plate introduction
Filing down the edges
Introducing drypoint, scrape and burnisher tools
making drypoint marks on the plate
Inking up the plate
Blot drying the paper
Proof print
Making changes to the plate
Scraping and burnishing
Taught by
CollagraphPrinting