Masterclass - Photopolymer Etching

Class format and activities

Each stage of the process is introduced through a demonstration. Students are encouraged to explore the creative possibilities of these approaches throughout the session.

Learning Outcomes

• 01: You will be introduced to each stage of the process including how to prepare and output images
• 02: Testing and selecting exposure times, and developing, etching and printing from the plate

Course entry requirements

Although this course will provide a comprehensive guide to using this technique a basic knowledge of Photoshop software and knowledge of the intaglio process is required to make the most of this process.

What you need to know before you enrol

The studio in the Carlyle building (Room CG05) on the ground floor at the Morley Chelsea Centre, Hortensia Road SW10 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.

What you can do next

Progress to other printmaking courses.