Collagraphs

Collagraphs
( bunched or otherwise, like burlap), plastic wrap, aluminum foil, tissue paper, etc.
 * 1) Draw a picture. This picture is a free choice subject matter. By “Free Choice” I mean no words, designs, patterns, logos, characters, sunsets, cell phones, or ipods. It must have a subject matter with a background and a focal point. It must fill the page and should be from a photograph.
 * 2) Transfer the image to a board with a sheet of carbon paper.
 * 3) Using the materials that you bring to class, create a collage on top of your drawing. It should still resemble your drawing. The idea is to create your drawing using a variety of textures. Ideas for textures are sponges, fabrics
 * 1) Lacquer the whole thing and allow it to dry for 24 hours.
 * 2) Using ink, paint the whole thing with the appropriate colors. Allow it to dry.
 * 3) Take a sheet of the designated paper, mist it and run the paper and the board through the press together.
 * 4) Number and sign your print and turn it in.
 * 5) Repeat steps 6-7.