Wednesday 19 November 2014

Technical info- print

Process:

- Using a sharp etching tool, incise into the Perspex. 
- Rubbing small amounts of caligo ink into the incised lines with scrim, work in a circular motion ensured the ink is pushed in. 
- Wipe off any excess ink off the surface of the plate. 
- Lay the etched plate on the printing bed and on top the plate lay a piece of dampened piece of watercolour paper
- Cover with the felt blanket and roll through the printing press. Carefully lift the print from the plate. Allow to dry. 


Materials: 
- Perspex plate
- Etching tool
- Caligo printing inks 
- Scrim 
- Watercolour paper
- Printing press

H&S:

Keep area clean and tidy
Keep area ventilated 
Wear protective clothing 
Use a cutting mat when etching to avoid the plate moving

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