Module Information
Module Identifier
AR22520
Module Title
Printmaking: Screenprinting and Lithography (A)
Academic Year
2026/2027
Co-ordinator
Semester
Semester 2
Exclusive (Any Acad Year)
Reading List
Other Staff
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Portfolio Submission including: Sketchbook of research material | 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Portfolio of Prints | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Produce a portfolio of prints that clearly demonstrates proficiency in both screenprinting and lithography.
Produce a body of work that clearly demonstrates a thematic approach to research that gives expression to personal concerns and ideas
Produce a body of work that demonstrates an experimental approach to printmaking and provides evidence of a line of enquiry and research
Produce a sketchbook containing drawings, written and visual material demonstrating ability in visual research and development of images appropriate for printmaking
Use techniques and materials in a selective and critical manner with regard to process and subject matter
Identify their own art practice within the context of contemporary and historic traditions of printmaking
Develop proficient patterns of working within the print studio with regard to issues of Heath and Safety
Brief description
Modules AR22520 Screenprinting and Lithography (A) / AR25540 Screenprinting and Lithography (B) run concurrently and encourage exploration of the creative potential of printmaking and the development of increased technical and graphic vocabulary through experimentation with a wide range of printmaking techniques used in both screenprinting, stone and plate lithography. Media content taught may vary from year to year depending upon staffing and resources available. (On very rare occasions, this may lead to swapping of media between what is taught in Semester 1 and Semester 2)
In addition to the processes of intaglio and relief printing introduced during the first semester, students will have the opportunity to learn processes of screenprinting, printing monotype, direct and indirect methods of stencil preparation and the development of images using autographic, photographic and digital approaches. In lithography students will be introduced to techniques of stone lithography, plate lithography and whenever time permits photoplate lithography.
As well as developing technical proficiency in printmaking, this module places strong emphasis upon the development of a 'personal statement' and requires the student to maintain a sketchbook of relevant research material and to produce a portfolio of work related to an identifiable theme or line of enquiry over a sustained period of time. As such the module provides opportunities for testing both technical and conceptual aspects of working in preparation for work that could potentially lead to Exhibition in the final year.
In addition to the processes of intaglio and relief printing introduced during the first semester, students will have the opportunity to learn processes of screenprinting, printing monotype, direct and indirect methods of stencil preparation and the development of images using autographic, photographic and digital approaches. In lithography students will be introduced to techniques of stone lithography, plate lithography and whenever time permits photoplate lithography.
As well as developing technical proficiency in printmaking, this module places strong emphasis upon the development of a 'personal statement' and requires the student to maintain a sketchbook of relevant research material and to produce a portfolio of work related to an identifiable theme or line of enquiry over a sustained period of time. As such the module provides opportunities for testing both technical and conceptual aspects of working in preparation for work that could potentially lead to Exhibition in the final year.
Aims
1. Inform, instruct and develop awareness of the potential of printmaking as a significant means for developing and producing images in a graphic and multiple form.
2. Provide foundation in the use of materials and techniques of screen printing and lithography, to enable competence and proficiency with clear regard to Health and Safety
3. Encourage individual responses to drawing and the development of ideas and images appropriate for printmaking.
4. Encourage students to develop a body of work based upon themes that give expression to personal ideas and concerns.
5. Enable students to develop skills of independent research and to work in a shared workshop environment
6. Encourage students to develop contextual awareness of both historical and contemporary precedents, artists, and practice in printmaking
2. Provide foundation in the use of materials and techniques of screen printing and lithography, to enable competence and proficiency with clear regard to Health and Safety
3. Encourage individual responses to drawing and the development of ideas and images appropriate for printmaking.
4. Encourage students to develop a body of work based upon themes that give expression to personal ideas and concerns.
5. Enable students to develop skills of independent research and to work in a shared workshop environment
6. Encourage students to develop contextual awareness of both historical and contemporary precedents, artists, and practice in printmaking
Content
Students are encouraged to research and develop themes in their work that give expression to personal ideas and concerns. Students are expected to maintain a sketchbook for drawing, collation of relevant visual and written material and for the development of ideas. Students will be introduced to concepts of drawing for process and to create prints that demonstrate an understanding of and consideration for both the limitations and creative potential of each medium. Using original works of art from the University's Collection students are introduced to the work of past and contemporary exponents of printmaking practice and are taught how to identify qualities that are specific to each print medium.
Typically - the course will cover some of the following techniques
Screenprinting
• Historical Overview of Screenprinting
• Introduction to screen preparation
• Autographic techniques of imaging and colour separation
• Photographic and digital techniques of imaging and colour separation
• Screenprinting: Inks, Blends and Monotype Techniques
Lithography
• Introduction to lithography within an historical perspective
• Preparation of stones and plates for lithography
• Drawing on stones and plates
• Procedure used to etch stones and plates
• Proofing in black and white
• Techniques of printing colour including monotype
• Specialist techniques of transfer and manière noire
• Introduction to using Photoplates (whenever appropriate)
Typically - the course will cover some of the following techniques
Screenprinting
• Historical Overview of Screenprinting
• Introduction to screen preparation
• Autographic techniques of imaging and colour separation
• Photographic and digital techniques of imaging and colour separation
• Screenprinting: Inks, Blends and Monotype Techniques
Lithography
• Introduction to lithography within an historical perspective
• Preparation of stones and plates for lithography
• Drawing on stones and plates
• Procedure used to etch stones and plates
• Proofing in black and white
• Techniques of printing colour including monotype
• Specialist techniques of transfer and manière noire
• Introduction to using Photoplates (whenever appropriate)
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Communication | development and encouragement of communication skills occurs during workshop-based activity and during tutorials and group seminars |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | development of a self-critical approach to creative working and professional conduct in the production of a portfolio of prints |
| Information Technology | development of graphic IT skills through use of digital imaging programmes such as Adobe Photoshop |
| Problem solving | development of practical printmaking skills and problem solving in screenprinting and in lithography |
| Research skills | development of a programme of research and self-directed work that gives expression to personal ideas and concerns |
| Subject Specific Skills | development of specific skills of screenprinting and lithography, development of studio practice, self-management and time management for completion of self-directed project work; development of awareness of related health and safety issues |
| Team work | development and encouragement of team work and student interaction occurs during workshop-based activity and during tutorials and group seminars |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 5