Using a carving tool on a soft surface to create an image that can be reproduced multiple times by applying ink to the surface and printing that image on a piece of paper.
Relief Printmaking
step 1
Trim edges off styrofoam to create flat printing plate.
step 2
Looking at a preplanned image, use a ballpoint pen to draw and create an impression of the image lines onto the styrofoam (be careful not to puncture it).
step 3
Using the washable markers, color within the lines of the design and around it as desired.
step 4
Prepare plate with water, sponge, and paper on which you will print.
step 5
Moisten the sponge with water and squeeze out excess liquid.
step 6
Dab the paper with the moist sponge enough to wet (but not soak) the paper. Create a moistened surface the same shape/size of your print plate.
step 7
Lay the paper on the print plate and sponge the paper to ensure contact is made between the moistened paper and the print.
Step 8
Carefully lift the paper off the print plate to see that enough of the color has been transferred. Make multiple prints if desired.
step 9
Lay paper print to dry.
Styrofoam tray