Photogravure – From Photography to Etching
About this workshop
Learn the use of photopolymer plates in combination with digital photography to create Photogravures.
On day one, you will prepare your images in Photoshop – Optimising the quality of your original image to suit the photogravure print. The image is transferred directly onto the plate with the use of an inkjet printer. Plates are then exposed using UV light, processed with water and printed via an etching press. This is a non-toxic approach without the use of solvents, or acids.
On day two, there will be plenty of time for experimentation with printmaking techniques and paper options including Chine Colle techniques using rice papers and digitally created color layers.
Essential information
Required skill level
No previous experience required
What do I need to bring?
- 3 - 5 Digital photos (300dpi, RGB or RAW).
- Laptop with Photoshop, power cords etc.
- A USB stick
- Plastic bag to store your plates (zip lock bags are good for this)
- A digital camera may be useful for you to record some of the steps.
- You are welcome to bring along any specialty papers, etching papers or Japanese rice papers.
- Snacks, lunch, water bottle, notepad and pen.
Clothing guidelines
Closed-toed shoes, apron and disposable gloves.
Maximum class size
8 participants
What is included
All instruction, tools and materials included. You will receive two A5 etching photo plates & 4 or 5 prints from each plate.
You will learn
You will gain an insight into the hybridisation of digital techniques with hand made printing processes.
Morning tea/lunch info
Morning tea included
