In this course, students are exposed to a variety of printing processes such as monoprint, lithography, transfer, woodcut, linoleum, and dry point. With these methods, students learn to mix various elements to achieve the correct viscosity of ink, to apply just the right amount of ink to whatever surface they are working on, and to master the ability of wiping a plate so as to achieve a good print without under or over-wiping.
Students use the basic elements of art and principles of design to create two-dimensional works. This course is a structured yet spontaneous environment that encourages involvement and commitment to originality and self-expression. Students are introduced to the work of past and present artists who have used various printing methods to great effect as a way to inspire one’s creative imagination.
