10 Questions
What type of plastic do artists use as plates besides metal?
Plexi-glass
What is characteristic of prints made using dry point?
Strong line quality and blurred edges
What is the example of dry point mentioned in the text?
Clump of Trees with a Vista
What creates the velvety darks in dry point prints?
The effect of burred-edged lines
What is the first step in the etching process?
Applying a protective wax-based coating
What is the purpose of the acid bath in etching?
To etch the exposed lines
What determines the quality of tones in an etching print?
The length of time the plate is in the acid bath
What is a characteristic of etching mentioned in the text?
Strong linear quality and clear edges
What happens to the burrs created in the dry point process during etching?
They are removed by the acid bath
What is the result of the ink in the etched channels?
The final printed image
Explore the various techniques and media used in drawing, including dry media such as charcoal and pastels, and learn how they can be manipulated to achieve desired effects.
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