waterless lithography

Tutor: Penny Brewill                       

Saturday and Sunday (five places)

13th - 14th November 10am - 4pm both days

An introduction to this most painterly of printmaking techniques. Participants should bring a selection of good quality brushes with which to paint their image and several lower quality brushes for applying a range of liquids. An image from which to work will also be essential.

Nik Semenoff: "Sun Medal" waterless lithograph

 

the technique

 

Waterless Lithography is a relatively new print medium. The mark-making and look of the finished prints are similar to traditional stone lithography, but can be achieved in less steps, and can be quickly learned by beginning printmakers. Properties of silicon and rubber based inks allow for painterly effects to be created.

 

Coating the plate