Art & the History of Art 213 - Printmaking I

Fall
2012
01
4.00
Rachel Gross

TTH 01:00PM-04:00PM

Amherst College
ARHA-213-01-1213F
FAYE 205
rgross@amherst.edu

An introduction to intaglio and relief processes including drypoint, engraving, etching, aquatint, monoprints, woodcut and linocut. The development of imagery incorporating conceptual concerns in conjunction with specific techniques will be a crucial element in the progression of prints. Historical and contemporary references will be discussed to further enhance understanding of various techniques. Critiques will be held regularly with each assignment; critical analysis of prints utilizing correct printmaking terminology is expected. A final project of portfolio making and a portfolio exchange of an editioned print are required.

Requisite: ARHA 102 or 111, or consent of the instructor. Limited to 12 students. Fall semester: Visiting Professor Gross. Spring semester: Resident Artist Garand.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.