PRINTMAKING – MONOTYPES with Washable PaintStudents develop an understanding of a simple printmaking process by exploring monotypes using washable paint on a plastic surface.
Students develop an understanding of a simple printmaking process by exploring monotypes using washable paint on a plastic surface.
Supplies:
- Crayola Washable Paint
- Crayola Marker & Watercolour Paper - 22.9 cm x 30.5 cm (9" x 12")
- Crayola Paint Brushes
- Plastic Sheet Protectors - 1 per student
- Cardstock Paper - white - 1 per student
- Water Containers
- Paper Towels
Steps:
1
- Paint directly on the plastic surface.
- Try to work quickly so the paint stays wet.
2
- When you are satisfied with your picture carefully place a sheet of paper on top of it.
- Press the paper into the printing plate and rub firmly over the surface with the palm of your hand.
3
- Carefully remove the paper.
- This is called pulling the print.
4
- Try making another print by painting over the same areas on the plastic surface.
- What do you notice about the 2 prints?
- Why do they look different?
- Which print do you like the best? Why?
Subjects:
Grades:
Kindergarten,
Grade 1,
Grade 2,
Grade 3,
Grade 4,
Grade 5,
Grade 6,
Grade 7,
Grade 8
