Maricopa Community Colleges  ART250   19886-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 03/12/85
ART250 19886-99999 L+L 3 Credit(s) 6 Period(s)
Introduction to Printmaking
Introduction to concepts and techniques involved in Fine Art field of Printmaking. Deals with three most basic Printmaking modes of Serigraphy, Woodcut, and Monoprinting in first part of course. Overview of Etching, Lithography and Papermaking in second part of course. Prerequisites: ART111 and ART113.
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ART250   19886-99999 Introduction to Printmaking
1. Document modern innovative variations of Printmaking processes developed by current artists. (I)
2. Relate the history of Printmaking. (I)
3. Prepare and paint a selected series of monoprints on glass or clay. (II)
4. Build a frame and select the materials to prepare a serigraphy using stencils on photo. (III)
5. Follow safety rules for handling solvents in clean-up activities. (IV)
6. Select materials and tools specific for woods to be used in woodcutting. (IV)
7. Image and print on woodblock. (IV)
8. Demonstrate the use and maintenance of a flat bed Intaglio press. (V)
9. Illustrate the multi-plate concept of color separation. (IV)
10. Demonstrate one etching technique. (V)
11. Relate an overview of Lithography Techniques. (VI)
12. Demonstrate basic Papermaking. (VII)
13. Using one of the three basic Papermaking techniques, prepare and curate one Print Suite for exhibition or commercial use. (VIII)
14. Illustrate the techniques of two Printmaking modes. (I, III, IV)
15. Demonstrate the ability to work in one of the three basic Printmaking modes. (II, III, IV)
16. Demonstrate the safe handling of various Printmaking inks, oil pigments, and their various solvents mediums. (II, III, IV)
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ART250   19886-99999 Introduction to Printmaking
    I. Historical Origins of Printmaking
        A. Survey of Primitive Printmaking Techniques
        B. Pre-nineteenth century Printmaking
        C. Modern Printmaking innovations
      II. Monoprinting Technique Material
          A. Inks and oil pigments
          B. Drawing tools
          C. Safe Solvent use
          D. Painting on glass
          E. Painting on clay
          F. Working back into Monoprint
        III. Serigraphy Techniques and Materials
            A. Screen building
              1. Frames
              2. Fabrics
            B. Screen Preparation
              1. Degreasing
              2. Abrasion of synthetica
            C. Inks and Bases
            D. Safe Use of Solvents
            E. Stencils
              1. Papers
              2. Filmsout
            F. Resist/Washout
              1. Films
              2. Photographic
              3. Direct - Indirect
          IV. Woodcut Techniques and Materials
              A. Woods
              B. Tools
              C. Inks and Solvents
                1. Powdered pigments
                2. Safety in handling
              D. Imaging the Block
              E. Cutting the Block
              F. Block Printing Techniques
              G. Color
                1. Mapping
                2. Separation
            V. Etching Technique and Materials
                A. Plates and plate preparation
                B. Flatbed press
                  1. Safety in handling
                  2. Use and maintenance
                C. Safe Use of Acid Bite
                D. Papers
                E. Inks and Grounds and Solvents
                F. Safe Use in Solvents
                G. Hot Plate
                H. Engraving
                I. Dry Point
                J. Mezzotint
                K. Aquatint
                L. Spitbite
                M. Flate bite
                N. Alternative Etching Technique
              VI. Lithography Techniques and Materials
                  A. Stones and plates
                  B. Litho pencils
                  C. Tusche Wash (stick on cake)
                  D. Rollers
                    1. Care in using
                    2. Care in cleaning
                  E. Presses
                  F. Etching the surface
                    1. Desensitization
                    2. Rosins, Talcs, Acid Etch
                    3. Resensitization
                  G. Graining the Stone
                  H. Roll-up
                VII. Papermaking Techniques
                    A. Frames
                    B. Screens
                    C. Couching
                    D. Raw materials
                    E. Forming the sheets
                    F. Watermarks
                    G. Deckles
                    H. Dying and sizing
                    I. Surface finish
                  VIII. Curating the Print
                      A. Proofing
                      B. Running an edition
                      C. Archival techniques
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