plate making and proofing

plates cooking on the hot plate, in preparation for new etchings!

completed matrix, ready for ferric

inking up the matrix

first proof and plate! 

printing the second plate

Four years across borders and states, this matrix is finally getting some attention.

I have been working on this plate since my printmaking residency with Alberta Printmakers' Society.

 Inspired by my trip to Eastern Slovakia, I combine my memories with experiences in the great outdoors.

I still have at least one more layer to add. 

The second layer for this etching

printing the second layer

all images and artwork copyrighted Elizabeth Claire Rose