See Shadows and Shapes – Printmaking Skill

I love the process of printing and discovering what happens when I layer and combine different kinds of marks.

That is just one part of the process of printing. Other elements of mixed media printmaking could be:

• Collecting ideas and subject matter
• Drawing or creating a matrix (stencil/image/plate)
• Proofing and testing the matrix
• Cropping, combining and framing the final image

I think different people are interested in different parts of the process. Some folks love drawing and planning and others love the finishing and framing.

Stencils can be a quick way to get to the printing and playing part of the process. Stencils can be:

• Simple torn paper
• Flat found objects
• Magazine cut outs

And of course stencils can be more complex images such as:

• Delicate tyvek cuttings
• Exposed emulsion screens

In the upcoming class, Make Stencils workshop, the focus is on creating the stencil matrix. We will explore the easy to the more challenging methods.

This is a great class for anyone who wants to build an “image” bank of tools and ideas for mixed media printmaking.

My collection of stencils started out as a few paper doll like dresses and threads. And now I have more stencils and ideas than I can use.

• What element of printmaking is your favorite?
• Do you want to improve your stencil making skills?
• And get printing fast?

You still have time to join us in the Make Stencils Workshop. READ the details on the workshop page and join us today.

 

 

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