pipe wrench, by brent haddock, 12×18 intaglio-type etching, $350 unframed
This etching was inspired by a tool, a simple pipe wrench. The reticulated washes in the background represent textures that I love. ~ brent
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The reticulated wash on your print is beautiful. Would you mind sharing how you achieved that?
Thank you for the comment. The reticulated wash process is relatively easy to do. I use toner (the black used powder from a copy machine) to make a liquid by combining it with future floor wax and rubbing alcohol. This toner liquid is then brushed on to a piece of drafting mylar and allowed to dry. As it dries, it creates beautiful reticulations. Oftentimes I will spritz the mylar with alcohol or water to further complicate the wash. Once dry the mylar (a film positive) is now exposed to a photo sensitive etching plate. Sometimes the reticulated wash is scanned into the computer for further manipulation before it is exposed to the photopolymer plate. I have been teaching this process in workshops for the last 8 years. Thanks. Brent