Ancient Greek Relief Print
Create a print utilizing ancient Greek designs and patterns.
Featured Artwork: The so-called Dayton Painter (Greek, active 6th century BCE), Amphora, about 520 BCE, terra cotta with black figure style decoration. Museum purchase, 1963.84
Materials Needed:
• pencil
• eraser
• masking tape
• paper towels
• palette knife
• printmaking brayer
• plastic kitchen spoon
• newsprint paper, 9 x 12
• drawing paper, 4 x 6, 3-4 sheets
• styrofoam relief plate, 4 x 6
• plexiglass sheet, approx. 8 x 10, with taped edges
• water-soluble relief printmaking ink, black
• orange construction paper or cardstock, 6 x 9, approx. 5 sheets
• white oil pastel or crayon (optional)
• black marker (optional)