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Practical Guide to Etching and Other Intaglio Printmaking Techniques
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REF.PM.1706
128 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
1969
1986
Intaglio printing, Etching, Aquatint, Mezzotint engraving
Detailed illustrated instruction in etching, engraving, aquatint, drypoint, mezzotint — from preparing plate to mounting print. The step by step process is thoroughly and clearly written for comprehensive understanding for all skill levels.
Fundamental topics covered:
Preparing and grounding the plate-- etching the plate-- paper and the etching press-- ink and inking the plate-- printing the plate-- soft ground etching-- aquatint and the creation of tonal passages-- engraving-- dry point-- mezzotint and metal graphic-- printing and intaglio plate in color.