Talking Points: What is Monotype?
A collection of imagery and sources designed to introduce children to the process of monotype.
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Monotype
A monotype is a simple printmaking process that is used to create one off prints. Sometimes artists will create a ‘ghost’ print from whatever is left on the printing plate after an initial print has been taken.
There are many ways that a monotype can be made. A metal or plastic plate is painted onto with any material that will transfer marks to paper under pressure.
A monotype is a stand alone print whereas a monoprint is a print that is part of a series.
Find our collection of monotype resources here.
This Talking Points Is Used In…
Pathway: Making Monotypes
This is featured in the ‘Making Monotypes’ pathway
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