Drypoint etching and chine collé • with Stefanie Neumann

Sun 18th May, 10 am to 5 pm

Bild in Mischtechnik: Portrait mit Kaltnadelradierung und Chine Collé
Print by Stefanie Neumann. Drypoint etching and Chine Collé

The two-day course offers an exciting introduction to two fascinating printmaking techniques: drypoint and chine collé. On the first day, participants delve into the world of drypoint, learning how to create and print fine lines on zinc plates. Various tools and metals are introduced, and participants have the opportunity to design their own prints. In addition to hands-on exercises, there are technical tutorials on paper preparation, color mixing, and various printing techniques. Retouching and drying techniques are also covered.

The second day focuses on the technique of chine collé, which involves embedding colored paper during printing. Participants learn to make rice glue and can choose from a variety of materials such as Japanese paper, DDR bags, and maps to enrich their prints. Individual graphics are created by incorporating the printing plates created on the first day into the chine collé technique. Special drying techniques for chine collé graphics are also discussed.

Papiere auf Radierpresse

Herzausschnit auf Papier
Bild mit Wäsche

Blech mit Katzenform

Finally, the exchange session offers participants the opportunity to inspire each other and give feedback while presenting their own work. The course leader also shares some of her own graphics and encourages participants to express themselves creatively and experiment. It is a wonderful opportunity to delve deep into the world of printing while creating space for individual expression and artistic development.

Participants receive a handout on the printing techniques covered and a list of materials.

Material: Printing inks, printing gauze, paper glue and classic erasing tools are provided.

Zinc plates, paper as used, see price list

Please bring: Paper that can be glued in (colored and old paper, letters, drawings, foils, maps, wrapping paper, book pages, receipts); waterproof marker

Day 1, 10 am to 5 pm with one hour lunch break

5 — 6 Participants
100 € (incl. VAT) pro person + 25 € fixed material costs

Please transfer 100 € to the course instructor before the course starts and pay 25 € for materials in cash to the course instructor before the course starts (paper, etc.).

Registration: Send an Email to stefanie.neumann.19(at)gmx.de