Product Description

This handbook covers all etching techniques and the developments in photopolymer technology. Photopolymers are plastics which are light sensitive and used in printmaking in the form of films and emulsions which are applied to a backing of metal, plastic or board. The author will also cover acids and aquatint, along with papers, presses and inks. The book includes some historical background of traditional etching and the non-toxic movement. There is a special feature on different kinds of etching and mixed techniques.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #290525 in Books
• Published on: 2006-05-25
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

About the Author
A well-known British printmaker. He was a founder of the Artichoke Print Workshop - London's leading open access workshop. He is also visiting lecturer at Camberwell College of Art and London College of Printing

Customer Reviews

Excellent overview of techniques
I was looking for an overview of etching techniques in preparation for an introductory printmaking course I was undertaking. This describes all the stages involved clearly and with enough detail to help you understand the process. From drypoint to photopolymer, it covers everything, including materials used, such as types of plates, paper, presses, ink etc etc.

One criticism is that the book doesn't go into any detail about the actual technique of making lines in metal or ground, or not in such a way as to prepare you for the difficulties involved in doing so with control and precision. However, this is something that I think it may well be futile to attempt in a book, as it is very individual and only comes with practice.

Overall, this is excellent and I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to understand the processes involved in intaglio printmaking.