Study Guide

Objective

The student can
- understand the basics of lithography and serigraphy and related health and safety issues
- use what they have learned in the past in the image construction of printmaking
- take responsible care of tools and materials
- estimate and measure the time required for artistic work
- deepen their personal artistic expression and their identity as a visual artist
- develop their skills in goal-oriented and professional working methods in graphic arts
- deepen their understanding of printmaking as a method and means of expression in contemporary art
- cooperate with other students in the different stages of graphic design and to understand its importance in their work.

Content

The course deepens the knowledge of the methods and working methods of printmaking and the mastery of tools and materials. It introduces the methods of lithography and serigraphy and the related professional working methods and image making possibilities. The course includes exercises in both methods. The course involves working methodically, assisting fellow students in their work and learning to control materials and tools in lithography and serigraphy. Students will actively participate in discussions, guidance and feedback on materials, methods and expression, and pass the assignments.