Monoprinting is known as a printing method, it means that its a "one off print".
Equipment:
- Caligo relief inks or block printing inks
- Extender, this is mixed with the ink to loosen it, thus making it easier to work with
- Working surface-Thin plastic sheet
- If printing with plastic sheet the Albion and etching press can be used. If using glass do not use in either press
- You can use the side of your fist, a dry roller or wooden spoon (which is called the burnishing method)
- Drawing, mark-making equipment such as leaves, paintbrushes, sticks, cotton buds, etc...
- Roller for inking
- Paper; newsprint, brown, copy paper, sugar paper and cartridge paper for printing
- Newspaper to lay on the table (stop mess)
Cleaning up:
- Soap,Rags/Sponges
- Use water for all caligo inks
- Floor is clear, books and bags under tables
- Can where gloves prevent skin contact with ink
- Apron
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