Printmaking Topic Test

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What is aquatint, including the form of Intaglio it is connected to? Which of the pieces below is an example of aquatint?
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A type of etching that uses powdered resin that stops the acid from eating away at the surface, creating a tonal effect. Picture 1 is an example of aquatint.
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What is serigraphy and what is it primarily used for? Name the popular term for serigraphy.
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Serigraphy is a technique in which an image is transferred by forcing ink through fine mesh or silk. It is primarily used for making placing logos, images, or characters on T-shirts or other pieces of clothing. The commonly used term for serigraphy is silkscreen printing.
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Define the term, advertisement. Look at the advertisements below. Which communicates most to you? Why?
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Advertisement is a method of communication, whether through words or pictures, used in order to persuade the general public to consume or purchase a product or service. Advertisement opinions will vary, but should be supported with reasoning.
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Explain how woodblock printing is done. Where, and when, did it originate?
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Woodblock printing is done using a keyblock. On the keyblock, the artist marks registration points so that they can line up the different blocks with the correct color. It originated in China and was popularized during the 14th century.
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Define printmaking. What are the two main types of printmaking? Define both types.
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Printmaking is the process of taking a design or image and adding ink to it to make a copy using a printing plate, a press, or a piece of paper. The two types of printmaking are relief printing and intaglio. Relief printing is done by outlining an image on a surface, and then carving along the outline. The artist then applies the raised areas with ink, to be pressed on to a surface. Intaglio is similar, but the ink is added to the grooves, rather than the raised surfaces.
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How is a mezzotint piece created? Why is it unique and important to Intaglio printmaking?
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Mezzotint's tone is created using a special tool, like with drypoint. As the tool moves along the metal surface, it roughs the surface and creates different levels of grooves. When ink is applied to the surface, the varying levels of grooves provide the illusion of various tones and half-tones, while still using the same color of ink. This method is one of the best representation of monochromatic art.
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Define the following terms: - registration - press - keyblock
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Registration: A method of correlating color separation so that the colors line up correctly. Press: A device used to transfer an image. Keyblock: A printing block that is used to create a black outline before the color is added, and usually has the most detail.
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Why must the artist choose his/her tools, products, and method carefully? Explain your answer.
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The tools, paper, ink, and method of relief printing will influence the final product and the effect it produces. Certain methods/techniques, tools, and products serve different purposes, whether it be detailed, color, design, etc.
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How is etching similar to drawing?
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When an artist etches a piece, he/she draws the image or design on a surface, which has been coated with a thin layer of acid. The artist is still essentially drawing when he/she creates an etch, however the end result, media, and tools is quite different.
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Look at the logo above. What company does it represent? How did you know? What do you recognize or see when you look at this logo that communicates to you the companies name?
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This logo is used by the Starbucks Coffee Company. It is easily recognized because of its use of typography (words used in the logo). The typeface (font), along with the words themselves, are associated with Starbucks. The color of green used adds to its recognition, as this color of green is now associated with Starbucks in many people's minds. The company is found in many locations worldwide, and the logo seen above is on most of their merchandise, which can be bought in their stores, or in the local supermarket.
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Define the terms, symbol and logo. Think about how they are similar and/or different.
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A symbol is a picture, sign, or image that is used to represent an object, concept, or idea. A logo is an example of a symbol, that serves the specific purpose of representing a company, idea, or service. A logo may include words, images, or a combination.
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Explain how wood engraving is done, including its primary benefit. Which artist perfected this type of relief printing?
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Wood engraving is the process of carving into the hard side of a piece of wood. It is useful if the artist wants to add a lot of fine detail to the image, rather than color for instance. It was perfected by Thomas Bewick.
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Explain the difference between engraving and etching.
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Engraving is a process of incising an image onto a hard surface such as wood, stone, or a copper plate. Etching is a printmaking process in which an impression is taken from a metal plate on which an image has been etched (or eaten away by acid).
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Define the following terms: - relief - ground - etch
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Relief: Sculptured artwork on a flat surface where some parts are raised parts have been carved away. Ground: A waxy material used in engraving. Etch: The product made by using a metal plate and special tools to scratch an image into a waxy surface, and is then dipped into an acid bath.
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Explain the process of creating a linocut. How is it effective? Why is it criticized?
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A linocut is created by cutting away an image from linoleum, a soft synthetic material. It is effective because it creates images that are bold and striking, in which the designs are highly contrasting. The process is critiqued because it is relatively simple to create and perfect, when comparing it to other techniques in art.