Training in «Printing Techniques for Original Graphic Artworks» is a specialised educational programme that provides you with essential knowledge and skills in the creation of original graphic works through various techniques from stamping. You’ll learn how to use techniques such as engraving, lithography, screen printing, among other things, to create unique works of art. The course covers everything from the basics to the advanced techniques printing processes, including die preparation, material selection and printing. You will also have the opportunity to to experiment and develop their own creativity in the process of creating original graphic works.
Sector-specific
Graphic Arts
120 hours
Printing Techniques for Original Graphic Artworks
Graphic Arts
120 hours
Introduction
Objectives
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To master artistic printing techniques.
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Create original graphic works high-quality.
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Understanding the die preparation and selection of materials.
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To promote the creativity in the creation of unique works.
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Develop advanced skills in the field of graphic art.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. CHALCOGRAPHIC PRINTING
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The printing of intaglio plates
Properties and treatment of intaglio printing plates.
Technical processes involved in intaglio printing:
Intaglio printing systems:
Colour printing:
TEACHING UNIT 2. WOODCUT PRINTING
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The printing of woodcut blocks:
Technical processes involved in woodblock printing:
Woodcut printing systems:
Colour woodcut printing:
TEACHING UNIT 3. LITHOGRAPHIC PRINTING
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Printing with lithographic plates:
Technical processes involved in lithographic printing:
Lithographic printing systems:
Colour printing:
TEACHING UNIT 4. SCREEN PRINTING
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Screen printing:
Technical processes involved in screen printing:
Screen printing systems:
Colour screen printing:
TEACHING UNIT 5. QUALITY IN THE STAMPING PROCESS
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Analysis of the artwork for printing: graphic elements, colour image,
brackets.
Carrying out quality control tests for stamping:
Conducting the BAT:
Most common stamping defects: corrective measures:
Quality control:
The edition:
Technical constraints.
Pressing the prints: drying and retouching techniques.
Quality aspects of the edition:
TRAINING MODULE 2. PREPARING MATERIALS, TOOLS AND MACHINERY FOR PRINTING GRAPHIC WORKS
TEACHING UNIT 1. PREPARING THE PRINTING MACHINERY FOR ORIGINAL GRAPHIC WORKS
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Preparing the printing press for printing:
Preparing the woodcut block for printing:
Preparing the flatbed press for printing:
Preparing the screen-printing machines for printing:
TEACHING UNIT 2. PREPARING SURFACES FOR PRINTING
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Printable substrates for graphic printing:
Conditioning and preparation of substrates for printing.
TEACHING UNIT 3. PREPARING INKS FOR PRINTING ORIGINAL GRAPHIC WORKS
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Composition of the printing ink:
Ink properties:
Ink characteristics:
Types of ink:
Ink modifiers:
Ink colour range:
Ink mixtures:
Compatibility in mixed stamping processes:
Compatibility in mixed stamping processes:
Ink preservation.
Best practice for handling printing inks.
TEACHING UNIT 4. ORGANISING A WORKSHOP FOR PRINTING ORIGINAL GRAPHIC WORKS
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Organisation of the pre-press area:
Organisation of the matrix construction area:
Organisation of the inking area:
Printing area:
Organisation of the pressing area:
Organisation of the retouching and conservation area for the edition:
Workshop signage:
Inspection and cleaning of machine components: lubrication points, electrical systems, and monitoring of circuits and machine movements.
TEACHING UNIT 5. ENVIRONMENTAL PREVENTION AND PROTECTION SYSTEMS IN THE VARIOUS PRINTING PROCESSES USED IN ORIGINAL GRAPHIC ART
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Health, safety and environmental protection standards in graphic arts printing systems.
Identification of environmental risks in intaglio, relief, planographic and permeographic printing systems. Pollutants.
Personal protective equipment and precautions.
TRAINING MODULE 3. STUDY AND RESEARCH INTO NEW PRINTING TECHNIQUES FOR ORIGINAL GRAPHIC WORKS
TEACHING UNIT 1. CONTEMPORARY ARTISTIC PRINTMAKING
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Historical characteristics and factors
Contemporary aesthetic characteristics and evaluations
Graphic design today and its links to digital culture
TEACHING UNIT 2. CONTEMPORARY ARTISTIC PRINTMAKING TECHNIQUES
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Current applications of stamping processes and their combinations.
Low-risk printmaking techniques:
Printing techniques and their technical interrelationships:
Digital printing techniques and traditional engraving.
Determining the stamping order: characteristics and results.
Results and resources for a contemporary aesthetic.
TEACHING UNIT 3. RESEARCH INTO NEW TECHNIQUES APPLICABLE TO ARTISTIC PRINTMAKING
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Experimenting with new techniques:
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