Large Scale Etching with Aluminium
Weekend Course
On 22-23 October, this two day course will focus on experimental techniques with larger scale Aluminium plates.
Using Aluminium plates in place of the traditional and more costly zinc or copper, we will exploit the unique properties of this softer metal to create spontaneous and lively marks and images. When etched in a solution of Saline Sulphate, Aluminium etches quickly and makes unpredictable, bold, coarse, and tonally rich marks.
The course will start with a technical grounding, introducing innovative techniques that encourage spontaneous and diverse methods of mark-making. Using new safer acid resists makes etching a much healthier process, using neither dangerous acids nor solvents. Following that you will have time to develop the plates, with time for experimenting with inking and printing as well.
Course Times Saturday and Sunday 10am-5.30pm
Tutor Jessica Crisp
Suitability This workshop is open to both experienced practitioners and beginners
