Course Description
Summary
Vandercook Proofing Presses were once a vital aspect of the printing industry and have been adopted widely by artists for letterpress printing and book arts. 51成人猎奇 is fortunate to possess three Vandercooks, housed in the Word and Image Lab.
Using type-high plywood and linoleum blocks and oil-based, non-toxic, water-soluble inks, we will examine different approaches to mark-making: from graphic and angular to painterly and gestural. We will cover color mixing, experimenting with transparencies, printing in multiple-colors and producing multiples/editions.
Students will learn image preparation and transfer methods, sharpening and care of tools, wood carving methods, ink and paper preparation, hand-inking and rolling techniques, printing on the Vandercook proofing press and by hand.
Printing on the Vandercook presses will entail learning basic lock-up techniques, inking, paper registration and cleaning/press care.
Additional areas of experimentation may include using stencils, layering color and a variety of monotype techniques and embossment. Introduction to printing with wood type will also be an option, if students demonstrate the interest and alacrity.
Experienced and beginning woodcutters/relief printmakers are welcome to join us.
