Printing blocks, student first-layer prints, Speedball inks, newspaper, hard and soft brayers, trays, four-color sketches, newsprint
Note to Teachers: Printing stations should be organized by color throughout the classroom. It is possible that more than one period will be necessary for students to complete the second layer for each of their six prints. Some students may still be cutting while other students will be printing.
Different printing stations should be set up throughout the classroom. Students will take turns adding their next darkest color to their first layer prints. Newsprint should be used to blot excess ink from the second-layer prints.
Ask students to identify the best print from among the six. Invite students to share their observations about what makes a good print and why they selected the one they did. Chart responses.
- Why is it necessary to keep working with all six prints?
Assign each table one of the following artists: Rembrandt, Durer, Goya, Hokusai, Picasso, Hopper, Matisse.
Write a report on the contributions of this artist to the field of printmaking. Include:
- a description of the technique the artist is known for
- how his work was influenced by the time he lived in
- three examples of his work (computer prints)
- what impresses you about this artist.