Re: [CSP Members] Plate Tone
Donna Brown 13 Oct 2022 11:05 PDT
Great tips and good question. I did not know of Akua wiping cloths thanks all
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> On Oct 13, 2022, at 10:51 AM, Katherine Baca-Bielinis <xxxxxx@gmail.com> wrote:
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> I use the Akua wiping cloths with newsprint backer (telephone book pages) wrapped around a dry board eraser. I change out the newsprint until it wipes clean. I then do a final wipe with newsprint - still wrapped around the eraser. Learned this technique from a fabulous printmaker, Elizabeth King Durand!
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>> On Oct 13, 2022, at 1:30 PM, Russell Pachman (via members list) <xxxxxx@caprintmakers.simplelists.com> wrote:
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>> Hello printmakers
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>> Does anyone have a personal technique to share for getting smooth, even plate tone when wiping copper and zinc etching plates? Specifically for just wiping smooth areas of the plate, not adding an aquatint or other permanent manipulation to the plate. I'm looking for more control over happy accidents rather than total control, if you get my meaning. Your input is gratefully valued.
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>> Thanks!
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>> --Russell
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