Experimental Collagraph Printmaking - Part 1

Explore innovative collagraph printmaking techniques in this 33-minute video tutorial. Learn to push the boundaries of materials by creating unique plates using burnt plastic, pastes, and acrylic mediums. Discover how to melt and attach plastics, work with light moulding paste and micaceous iron oxide, craft collages, and create stenciled shapes. Experiment with foil tape, collage paper, crackle paste, and tile adhesive to add texture and depth. Follow along as the instructor demonstrates the inking process, using a variety of tools and materials including intaglio ink, enviromount board, and a tabletop etching press. Gain insights into unconventional printmaking methods that will inspire your artistic practice.

Introduction
Melting plastics
Attaching melted plastic to the plate
Light moulding paste
Micacious Iron Oxide
Making collages
Creating stenciled shapes using heavy body matt medium
Creating shapes using foil tape
Fun with collage paper
Crackle paste, heavy body medium and tile adhesive fun
Inking Up