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Introduction to Copper Sulphate Etching

10 Aug 2024 11am-5pm

The Bluecoat
Liverpool L1 3BX

Overview

Sat 10 Aug, 11am - 5pm

Learn the basics of etching, one of the oldest & most unique printmaking processes, at the historical Bluecoat Print Studios.

During this one day course you will learn the basics of copper sulphate etching, including learning about the history, tools & materials of etching and the chemical processes involved in creating a copper sulphate etched plate, as well as inking and printing your design on our fabulous century old Hughes & Kimber Etching Press.

On this course for beginners you will be guided through every step of the etching process from start to finish, leaving with having created a finished edition of prints. All materials are provided on the day as well as a booklet to take away detailing the processes learnt.

The course is available to book on the following dates:


Sat 10 Aug, 11am - 5pm

Tickets: £80

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