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What is Drypoint printmaking? [Return to Top of Page]
Drypoint, like etching and engraving, belongs to the Intaglio family of printmaking, but is much more simple and direct than its relatives. In drypoint the surface of the plate is scratched, gouged, punctured, scraped or abraded, but the material itself is not removed, it is just pushed to the side, forming a kind of curl. Thus the lines will present a metal burr which, when looked at through a magnifying glass, shows up as a kind of broken metallic wave, like the ridges of a ploughed field.It is this 'burr' which holds the ink, and gives a drypoint line, or area, its typical velvety appearance. The great attraction of drypoint printmaking, for artists of all levels and disciplines, is its simplicity. Materials and tools are cheap and easy to come by and the process itself couldn't be more straightforward, so much so that drypoint plates can be produced on the kitchen table! No acid baths are required, as in etching, no consummate specialist skill is necessary, as in engraving, and results are quickly achieved. In addition, drypoint work is absolutely ideal for combining with other printmaking techniques, such as etching, monotype, chine collé and collagraph/carborundum printmaking, and is perfect for further work, by hand, in watercolour, gouache or coloured inks.
What does the course entail? [Return to Top of Page]
Over the one-day workshop, the following areas will be investigated:- Principles of intaglio printmaking; materials and equipment; basic drypoint techniques; use of power tools; drypointcollagraph; drypoint/etching; drypoint/monotype; drypoint/chine collé; hand-tinting; intaglio inking; print finishing and editioning; suppliers.
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How much will the course cost me? [Return to Top of Page]
The one-day workshop will cost £65.00, and this will include tuition, all basic materials and comprehensive technical handouts relating to all aspects of the process, plus beverages throughout the course. Meals and accommodation are not included in the price,although we can provide some Bed & Breakfast accommodation at very competitive rates.The local pub serves food, lunchtimes and evenings, and there is a local shop, garden centre with cafeteria, and a small bakery just outside the village.
What are the dates for the course? [Return to Top of Page]
Dates for Drypoint courses 2008 are:-
| Sat 15th March (Course fully booked) |
| Thurs 4th September (Course fully booked) |
How do I enrol? [Return to Top of Page]
Enrolment couldn't be simpler, and can be achieved in any of several ways:-
By mail: Peter Wray, 100 The Village, Stockton-on-the-Forest, York, YO32 9UW
By telephone: 01904 400488. mobile: 07740409072;
By e-mail: handprintstudio@aol.com
