Carborundum Mezzotype: Dark Field/Reductive Techniques with Akua Carborundum Gel

Susan Rostow, inventor of Akua inks demonstrates how to create dark field, reductive, collagraph plates using this subtractive method with the Akua Carborundum Gel. This ready-to-use platemaking gel offers a reliable medium that delivers fine, sharp detail and a uniquely textured surface that yields rich, velvety areas of color. Dark field is a subtractive method where Carborundum Gel is applied over the entire printmaking plate and the image is created by removing the medium with various tools. Once the plate is made, it can be printed by hand with the Akua Pin Press or with a traditional etching press.

Take a Hands-on Workshop: Ongoing workshops using Akua Inks are held at Susan Rostow's Brooklyn Studio. For the Brooklyn Studio schedule, please visit: www.SusanRostow.com