Description
Etching is perhaps the ones of the oldest processes and a core foundation to traditional printmaking. It lays down fundamental ground to understand the metallic matrix and ink and paper properties specific to intaglio printing. As they become fluid with etching and altered intaglio techniques students will look at the history and relevance of printed media as a story teller and a depository for historical political commentary. Students will work using a traditional approach and work on fringe and contemporary nuances towards the medium. Readings and written assignments will complement the investigation of multiples and one of- a-kind prints facilitated by assignments, readings, critiques, and presentations in several formats.