271--Paper Sculptures

271--3D Collages

272-Monoprint

Monoprints (K- adult)
Whether you use ink or tempera, this process is quick and fun.

Aim: •To explore direct painting on plexiglas and make a print of it

Materials & Tools:
Plexiglas plates (tape edges if sharp)
water-based printmaking inks or tempera
mixing trays
a variety of brushes, scrapers, cardboard combs, etc
white paper (not too thick)
newspaper to cover tables

Procedure:
Have a theme for your project and motivate your students with photos, examples, discussion, etc.
Be sure to demonstrate the process with your students gathered around. White paper goes underneath the plastic plate (so you can see better) and that way you have it ready for printing. If you are copying an image you may place that under the plate on top of the white paper for tracing.
Brush or roll your color on your plate. Don’t make the ink too thick or too thin and work very quickly. The ink or paint begins to dry immediately. Lay the paper on top and rub quickly. Pull off your print. The whole process should take no more than 2 minutes.
Remember this is a backwards process.
Wash off the plate, dry it and make another print or give the plate to someone else.
When dry, you may frame your print and decorate a border with craypas or some other material.

Reflection:
Always share your students’ work and hang up, if possible.