Crosshatch for an intaglio print by engraving lines in opposite directions with a burin tool. Learn about intaglio crosshatching with tips from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.
Expert: Jason Shoemaker
Bio: Jason Shoemaker received his undergraduate degree in printmaking at the University of Texas at Austin, and is currently pursuing graduate study in intaglio printmaking.
Filmmaker: MAKE | MEDIA
It would help if you had rubbed a tiny bit of ink into the marks after they were made so they show well for the camera. Maybe do that next time. I see the action of the tool but the marks do not show too well on the copper plate.
ARTG33K74 11 months ago