Deepening the understanding of the principles of printing
I can apply printing principles, including registration and composition, to produce layered prints with precision and creativity.
- Year 11
Deepening the understanding of the principles of printing
I can apply printing principles, including registration and composition, to produce layered prints with precision and creativity.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Printing methods share core principles but create different effects.
- Registration and layering add complexity and precision to designs.
- Compositional choices affect clarity and visual impact.
Keywords
Registration - aligning layers of a print accurately when using multiple colours or block
Composition - the arrangement of visual elements within an artwork
Common misconception
Printing is only about copying or replicating an image.
Printing is a creative process where choices about technique, layering, and texture produce unique outcomes - even when using the same plate or block.
Equipment
Printing inks (water-based). Print rollers. Printing blocks/polystyrene sheets/lino tiles. Carving tools (if appropriate). Paper (varied weights). Ink trays, palettes. Aprons, gloves.
Licence
Lesson video
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