This is an enquiry-based creative learning pathway for learners between the ages of 11-14. Find more enquiry-based pathways here.
Discipline: Printmaking
In this pathway, for ages 11 to 14, we explore the work of printmakers who use print as a way to create abstract pattern or marks. Use their work as the basis for conversation in the classroom and take inspiration from accessArt resources to respond to the question: How can I create experimental marks using printmaking?
Theme:
Abstraction, Pattern
Medium:
Printmaking
Illustrators:
Claire Willberg, Sinclair Ashman,
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Explore Printmakers...
Talking Points: Claire Willberg
‘Claire Willberg is a printmaker. Her current practice combines traditional intaglio and relief printmaking techniques. She takes inspiration from discarded objects found on the streets of London and gives them a new existence through her work.’ – Claire’s Website
Explore “Talking Points: Claire Willberg” to find out more about her practise.
Talking Points: Sinclair Ashman
Experimental printmaker Sinclair Ashman ‘pushes the limitations of the collagraph technique and the physical limitations of the printing press.’
He experiments with various ways of making plates using objects such as dishcloths, plastic fruit bags and leaves and twigs to name a few.
Find out more about Sinclair’s work in our “Talking Points: Sinclair Ashman“.
And Use These AccessArt Resources...
Explore Pattern in Print
Create a collaged “Repeat Pattern“. Consider how you could incorporate printing into the process. Students may like to cut up and collage from pre-made monotypes or collagraph prints. Or might like to print over their patterns.
Or play with screen printed papers, exploring pattern, and repetition in our “Overlayed Screenprinting” resource.
Explore Experimental Mark-Making
Find inspiration from Sinclair’s work and “Make Collagraphs With Andy McKenzie“. Experiment with lots of different materials to see what kind of marks can be achieved.
You can also create collagraphs using “Sticky Back Aluminium Foil” to avoid long glue-drying times.
Notes for Teachers
Pedagogy in 250 Words: How do we use Artists in schools?
