Photo Polymer Gravure Printmaking

Description

In this photopolymer gravure workshop, you will learn how to turn any image of your choice – whether a drawing, painting, or photograph – into a unique intaglio plate to create a small edition of original prints. This activity is a wonderful way to explore a modern and safe printmaking technique. I will teach you how to work with photopolymer plates, also known as solar plates. In the workshop, we will first create a digital positive of your image, then I'll show you how to etch it onto the plate using UV light and water. It's a fascinating process that combines digital precision with hands-on crafting. Once your plate is ready, I will guide you through the steps of inking it and using a large etching press to print your work. You'll have the chance to pull several copies, creating a small edition of your own prints to take home with you. You'll leave the studio with a set of beautiful, professional-looking prints from your own image, having gained a newfound appreciation for the art of printmaking. This is a wonderfully rewarding experience that turns your pictures into timeless art.

What's included in the price?

Photopolymer gravure plates, paper, ink and everything you need to make a successful print!

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Argento Editions

with Craft Courses since 2025

Message the tutor

I am an experienced artist printmaker who editions for artists and teaches in the London region and beyond. I have a home studio with a large etching press and exposing unit, learn how to make any image, photograph or drawing into a Photopolymer gravure and make a small professional edition of original print with me in my studio!