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The Holes where the Light Gets In
Getting to that interesting phase where the research and enquiry into responding to the subject, in this case Sea Change, moves into the making stage. The artefacts represented here are copper plates made by stereotyping a modern version alchemy using electrolysis. There are over thirty plates measuring 50 cm. x 20 cm. In the process …
Experimenting with Enamelling
Stereotyping makes it possible to edition plates as well as prints. The plates become works of art in their own right. They can be enamelled or plated with a different metal.
Making an Electrotype of a Composited Letterpress Chase
Collaborative project with Heather Prescott at the Wrexham Regional Print Centre. In the past the electrotype process was used to make metal copies of letterpress type.
New stereotype plate in course of construction
Graphite covered latex mandrel ready for copper plating. The plate will measure 25cm x 16cm. This is the first of a planned series ten plates based on walks.
Installing Exhibition Today!
Official e-invitation to the Private View