15.03.23
In this printmaking workshop, we learnt two processes. First, we were taught the drypoint etching. We cleaned the metal and applied the ink on the heated table.
In the second process, using the other metal sheet given, we cleaned and applied the blue vinyl wrap. I printed a picture on a A3 transparent sheet in greyscale. Using the machine, we place the sheet and metal inside, making sure the numbers on the machine process are:
1. 35
2. 140
3. 0000
These are the numbers of the time. When I closed it, we need to lean on it to make sure the dial is moving. After the first round done, we take away the transparent sheet and the blue vinyl on the metal sheet. We then put it back in the machine for the second round.
Once this machine process is finished, we place it in the water for 10 minutes. Using a sponge we gently rub the blue side of the metal sheet.
Next, I took it to this room and water blast it. I then wiped it with vegetable oil and solvent.
Crystal Monique Biaño 