Masterclass - Mezzotint

Class format and activities

After a detailed demonstration, you will be using your own drawings or photographic references which will be developed into a suitable image to transfer on to a pre-rocked copper plate. Before working on your plate you will have some exercises with the mezzotint rocker, burnisher and scraper. You will also be introduced to some other alternative techniques related to this medium.

Learning Outcomes

• 01: You will learn to work in the light and well-equipped studio with specialist facilities and develop ideas and imagery into Mezzotint prints.

Course entry requirements

No previous experience required.

What you need to know before you enrol

The studio in the Carlyle building (Room CG05) on the ground floor at Morley College London Chelsea Centre, Hortensia Road SW10 0QS is light, spacious and well-equipped with specialist facilities for etching. There are 2 Rochat presses bed size 26 x 56 inches.

What to bring to class

The course fee includes all materials. You need to bring: your own drawings or photographic references.

What you can do next

Progress to other printmaking courses.