Printmaking with the 7th grade class is always a good time! For the most part, this art technique is a brand new experience and one that is very hands-one. We start by having students imprint a skull image onto a piece of foam to grasp the concept of a positive/negative space image. We used acrylic paint to simulate the printing process. Kids squealed with delight as they printed their image onto colorful paper.
From that experience the students then use their own skull image to transfer and carve into a lino block. Once their image is carved they do several practice stamps using speedball ink. They evaluate their print and revise their carving until jutst right. The last step is creating a layered card using the elements of design- mixing patterns, colors and shapes for just the right balance then double stick tape their skull image onto the center of the card. These cards will be sold as Monster Mail during Halloween with the proceeds going towards the Leadership team. I love how student artwork contributes to NCS School Spirit!
