Mark Making

Mark making is the underlying principle to all printmaking

In this section we will look at some of the different ways in which students can make marks in the classroom. We favour an experimental and playful approach to mark making.

Tools

Rollers

Rolling out trays

Materials

Printing ink

Paper

Polystyrene Printing

Printing from polystyrene ‘plates’ is a simple process suitable for younger children. This video takes you through the process and covers the basics of mark making, rolling out ink and producing your first prints.

Tools

Pencil

Biro

Paper clips

Matchsticks

Toothpicks / Skewer

Objetcs that can imprint polystyrene

Materials

Printing ink

Paper

Polystyrene tiles

Materials

Printing ink

Paper

Monoprinting

Monoprinting is a versatile and expressive printmaking technique that involves creating unique, one-of-a-kind prints. Monoprinting allows for spontaneity and experimentation.

Tools

Cotton buds

Pencil

Rubber

Cloth/rag

Cornflower

Card strips

Plant forms

Materials

Printing ink

Paper

Collagraph Printing

Collagraph printing involves creating prints from a textured plate made of various materials glued to a substrate. The plate is inked and then pressed onto paper. This versatile technique allows for rich, varied textures and can be printed as relief or intaglio.

Textures

Wallpapers

Fabrics

Tissue paper

Bubble wrap

Plants

Tin foil

Bits from your recycling box

Corrugated card

Anything with texture

Tools

Scissors

Materials

Printing ink

Paper