Traditional Etching with Ann d’Arcy HughesExplore the possibilities of working with Zinc & Steel to create intricate line, tonal and textured, semi-embossed prints. Learn to work with Hard & Soft ground and create tone using fine & coarse aquatint. Bite your image into the metal with Nitric acid before inking up and printing using either the Rochat or electric press. Learn how to incorporate colour through the use of multiple plates.
Materials - inks, grounds, resin, acid, cleaning materials, muslin are all included in the course fee.
Metal and paper are not included, these can be purchased from the studio.
Small classes, maximum of 6 students.
As this course is extremely popular, please book well in advance to secure a place.
Tuesday Mornings10.30am - 1.30pm (5 weeks)20th March – 17th April 2012 - £125 15th May – 19th June (no class on 5th June) - £125 26th June – 24th July - £125
Thursday Evenings6.30 - 9.30pm (5 weeks)22nd March – 19th April 2012 - £125 17th May – 14th June - £125 21st June – 26th July (no class on 12th July) - £125