I. Instructor : Linda Whitney
e-mail: linda.whitney@vcsu.edu
Office: MCCAR 355 845-7598
Hours: MWF 8:00 - 9:00 and 10:00 -
11:00 AM
PRINTMAKING is the act of indirectly
applying
ink (pigment) to a surface through various techniques which include:
intaglio
(etching,
engraving, dry point, monotype); relief
(linoleum cut, woodcut, metal relief); planographic (screen print,
lithograph)
to produce multiple originals.
In printmaking 221 we will explore the
monotype, the lino-cut, and the basics of intaglio.
II. COURSE DESCRIPTION: Printmaking I is a basic course in the
printmaking
process. The course included research into intaglio, relief, and
planographic techniques.
III. OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE:
A. understand the
elements
which qualify a duplicated image as an original print;
B. understand the process
by which a monotype, collagraph, woodblock, and linocut are created;
C. understand the basics
of the intaglio process, including line etching, engraving, dry point,
aquatint, soft ground, straight bite, and basic color;
D. be able to produce
a small editions;
E. understand the process
by which multiple colors are incorporated into one image;
F. have self-assessment
tools in operation;
G. have practice in the
process of analyzing, discussing, and critiquing their own work and the
work of other student printmakers;
H. be exposed to the
historical and contemporary development of printmaking;
I. understand proper
print lab procedures; and
J. develop the ability
for proper print presentation.
IV. COURSE PHILOSOPHY AND POLICIES
A. ATTENDANCE: Studio classes are
considered lab classes. Attendance is expected. Any absence
disrupts the flow of the learning process.
Demonstrations
will be given at the beginning of each class period, please be prompt.
B. WORK OUTSIDE OF CLASS: You should
expect to spend a least six (6) hours per week outside of class time
working
on your printmaking
projects.
C. FINAL PROJECTS: There will be
deadlines for each class project and assignment. Those deadlines will
occur
approximately every two
weeks.
D. SKETCHBOOK: To advance self-development
and self-assessment a printmaking diary / journal will be kept and will
include: image plans /
designs /
sketches, journal of processes, development of the artist statement as
it relates to printmaking. You will be expected to keep a
sketchbook
/ printmaking journal. Your printmaking journal will also be used
for assigned reading responses.
V. LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. Monotype
Crayon monotype
Roll-up / drawing monotype - subtractive
Water color monotype
B. Relief
Lino-cut - single color print (edition 5)
Woodblock- single color (edition 5)
Color relief - puzzle print or reduction print (edition 5)
C. Intaglio:
Demo
plate to include
line etching
engraving
dry point
aquatint
soft ground
straight-bite
12"x9" plate, three techniques, single
color
(edition 5)
Two
color print, two plates (edition 5)
D.
FINAL
PRESENTATION: Each student will present a print portfolio which
includes
all of the print editions and monotypes in a formal critique
to the class.
Final Project Objectives:
*Presents a proper edition of five prints in each project
*Presents formally one impression from each edition
*Presents formally one monotype
*Demonstrates the ability to self assess
TECHNOLOGY - Applies technology in the creation of various
printmaking
editions.
Level 3
*Analyzes the task and the technology relationship
*Applies the appropriate technology to accomplish the task
VI. EVALUATION:
A. Your final evaluation (grade) will be
determined on the following criteria:
1.
Your grasp of the objectives as they are presented in each project.
2.
Growth in your sensitivity to various media used in class.
3.
The sensitivity with which you combine that understanding with your
learned
abilities.
4.
Your approach to this class (which includes attendance).
5.
Self-assessment.
Final projects 40%
Class participation 35%
Sketchbooks 25%
(Self-assessment will be considered in
all areas.)
VCSU ART DEPARTMENT GRADING CRITERIA
B. CRITIQUES: The critique will be used not
only
as an avenue for constructive criticism by both the artist and the
group
but also as a forum for
problem solving,
exploration, expansion of ideas, and the development of art language
and
critical theory. The final critique will be held on
Thursday, May
13,
2004, 10 AM.
C. SELF-ASSESSMENT: As artists we are our own
best (and sometimes worst) critics. As student artists we need to
develop
our self-assessment
skills in tandem
with our creative skills. Self-assessment will be used to develop the
image
of the "self", critical thought, art language, and
verbal and written
skills.
"The historical process is such that unexpected discoveries occur only to those who are prepared…" Rita Castelman, PRINTS OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY: A History.
VII. SUPPLY LIST:
plexiglass: 15"
x 18" and 10" x 8"
Caran d’ache
Neocolor
II water-soluble crayons, 10 count
linoleum,
unmounted,
battle ship, 2 @ 12" x 9"
Speedball linoleum
cutters
zinc plates: 3
@ 6" x 4", 1 @ 12" x 9"
etching needle
burnisher
scraper
intaglio ink, black
#99
cheese cloth
utility knife
scissors
cork backed rule,
18"
mylar
masking tape
paper: BFK Rives,
8 sheets
Masa (Japanese), 1 sheet
index
mat board*
foam board*
Viva paper towels,
3 rolls NO OTHER BRAND!!!
sketch book
carry all, and
a 3-ring binder
apron, and rags
*purchase as need
PRINTMAKING LINKS:
http://www.lib.udel.edu/ud/spec/exhibits/color/
Color Printing in the 19th Century
http://www.bahnhof.se/%7Esecutor/ukiyo-e/ukilinks.html
Catalog of Japanese woodblock prints
http://www.printforum.com/welcome.htm
Print Forum
http://home.drenik.net/josimov/bio.htm
Printmaking History
http://www.unm.edu/%7Etamarind/
Tamarind
http://www.mtsu.edu/%7Eart/printmaking/non_toxic.html
Keith Howard's Non-Toxic page