ART 167 Printmaking I

Prerequisites: ART 111 or ART 121 or permission of Art coordinator
3 credits

This studio course introduces basic printmaking processes and equipment with equal emphasis on concepts and techniques. Students are introduced to a variety of print media and methods, such as monotype, relief, intaglio and lithography, and various approaches to making and printing plates in each medium. Students are expected to develop an understanding of the medium and to learn good studio habits; safe and responsive handling of tools, materials and grounds, and the knowledge required for basic manipulation of the processes used in the production of a printed image. One hour lecture, five hours studio.