Using Dry Copier Toners and Electro-Etching on Intaglio Plates
- Nik Semenoff, Christine Christos
- Art
- 4 January 2017
The authors describe methods of achieving wash effects on intaglio prints through processes involving the use of dry copier toners for the exposure of light-sensitive intaglio plates. Also described…
Photographic Images and Optical Effects Using Birefringent Materials
- Nik Semenoff
- Art, Physics
- 4 January 2017
The author reveals a method of producing colorful abstract photographic prints using polarized light and simple materials such as cellophane. Until recently the use of birefringent materials and…
Waterless Lithography Using Traditional Grained or Commercial Photosensitive Plates
- Nik Semenoff
- Art
- 4 January 2017
The author describes a process that uses silicone rubber instead of gum arabic to reject printing inks. The process eliminates the use of dampening water when printing lithographs and produces…
Superior Tusche Washes Using Dry Copier Toners
- Nik Semenoff
- Art
- 4 January 2017
The author describes his new method of producing tusche-like washes on lithographic stones or plates. The use of dry copier toners allows for unlimited reworking of the surface with no fear of…