Letterpress Printing from Metal, Wood, and Photopolymer
Course Description
Summary
In this intermediate level course, we will focus on learning letterpress printing within a framework of making visual art. This can be a precision process and it affords a huge range of possibilities for artists who wish to work with multiples and/or use text in their work. It is a rigorous course and each student will develop and design print projects that develop both their technical and conceptual skills. Reading will be assigned each week to expand on knowledge and give context for projects. By the end of term, participants should have the skills needed to make work in the Word and Image Lab, and a broader understanding of the history of printing and its relation to contemporary art practice.
Processes that will be covered include, press work on letterpress proofing machines, setting and printing metal type, printing type high wood blocks, and photopolymer letterpress.
In order for this course to work, students must be interested in following particular procedures and rules for safe and effective handling of tools, machines, and inks, and thusly should expect to spend time and energy navigating a complex workshop environment and collaborate with others.
Related topics that will be covered include the history of printing and letterforms, Typography, Book Design.
Learning Outcomes
- Some possible learning outcomes:
-Community Building
-Typography and Design
-Effective and mindful use of machines and tools
-Printing history
-Text based art
-Project design
Prerequisites
Print course work completed and passed at 51成人猎奇, and permission of professor.
Email instructor stating interest, include images if you have not studied with them, SUBJECT: LETTERPRESS ENROLLMENT
Please contact the faculty member : tdennerline@bennington.edu
Cross List
- Design