Introduction to Drypoint: Line, Light, Form, and Space with Jorge Vara Hernandez

Introduction to Drypoint: Line, Light, Form, and Space with Jorge Vara Hernandez

Class | Currently Unavailable

2129 S Street, NW Washington, DC 20008 United States
Room 3B
All levels
9/27/2025-12/6/2025
10:00 AM-1:00 PM EDT on Sat
$555.00

Introduction to Drypoint: Line, Light, Form, and Space with Jorge Vara Hernandez

Class | Currently Unavailable

In this course, students will learn the process of creating a Drypoint print using traditional materials. Instruction will cover how to prepare and ink copper plates, use an intaglio printing press, create a print without the use of a ground or acid to etch the plate, and Chine Collé. Additionally, we will explore the expressive potential of “line,” “light,” “form,” and “space.” All levels are welcome, while some drawing experience is recommended it is not required.

  • WSS is closed the week of thanksgiving, all classes will conclude the first week of December.
  • Materials List - These are the materials you will need to bring with you for this class.
    • Hahnemuhle Copperplate Paper - 22" x 30", Bright White 5 Sheets
    • Copper Etching Plate - 18 Gauge, 4" x 6"— 5 Plates
    • E C Lyons Diamond Point Scribe
    • E C Lyons Triangular Scraper
    • E C Lyons Steel Burnisher with Wooden Handle - 6-3/8"
    • Gamblin Etching Ink - Portland Black
    • Blick Studio Newsprint Pad - 18" x 24"
    • Mod Podge 4 oz
    • Tarlatan or Akua Wiping Fabric
    • Enkay Flat Bastard File - 10"
    • Table Clamp—2 clamps
    • Black Ink Thai Unryu - 25" x 37", Blue Chiffon — 1 Sheet—you can choose any color you’d like but just make sure it is a light-colored Kozo paper. I recommend choosing either the blue chiffon or cream option from this brand.
    • Metal Palette Cup 
    • Gamblin Gamsol Odorless Mineral Spirits
    • Plastic Gloves
    • Blue Shop Towels.
    • Q-Tips—regular Q-Tips are fine, but it will be better to get the Q-Tips with a point.

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