school groups

Tutor: Penny Brewill                                      dates by arrangement                                   £25.00 per student with at least 5 participants - maximum of 8

One day courses 10.00 PM - 4.00 PM

This programme is specifically designed for 'AS' and 'A2' Level students. Materials for drypoint and directions for their use are distributed prior to the visit so that plates can be prepared. The day is an opportunity to learn the basics of printing and then extend that technical 'know-how' into artistic expression though the use of tone, colour and chine colle. The day's activities encourage experimentation, critical thinking and image development.

 
Example of Drypoint from Sullivan Upper School

 

 

the technique

 

Drypoint is an intaglio process in which the incised lines of the metal or Perspex plate are scratched directly, using a very sharp needle instead of by etching in acid. Very often, these scratches leave an ink-holding burr, giving drypoint prints their unique line quality. Seacourt has identified a robust yet flexible plastic called petG for drypoint which has a responsive surface giving sensitive mark-making potential.