Drypoint Printmaking Workshop

Come along to this beginner's workshop in the Print Studio at Gatakers Creative Space and explore drypoint printmaking.

Drypoint is an intaglio printmaking method that involves scratching an image into a plate with a pointed tool. These lines create a burr that holds ink and gives the resulting prints a velvety or fuzzy appearance.

In keeping with the Waste to Art Exhibition this beginner’s Drypoint printmaking workshop will be using eco-friendly tetra packs as a printing plate. Participants will explore, experiment, and gain fundamental understanding and skills needed to create a print. This workshop is suitable for adults and young people over 12 years old.

Printmaking techniques and processes include:

Use mark making techniques line, hatching, cross hatching and stippling to create simple yet interesting designs.
Transfer and incise image into the plate.
Register plate and paper.
Ink and wipe the plate.
Print plate.

Although all materials are provided participants are encouraged to bring along their own small sketches / images to create unique designs that can be traced onto an A6 (105mm x 148mm) size tetra plate. Basic drawing skills are an advantage but not essential as some design stimulus and stencils will be available.

Limited to 8 people only - registrations are essential.

Time: 10am to 1pm
When: Saturday 22 November
Cost: $20.00; registration required.

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