The thesis explores the possibilities and challenges of colour intaglio printing in primary school through the use of collagraphy techniques.
Due to the material, time and safety constraints in the school space, the work seeks an alternative technique suitable for the implementation of colour intaglio printing in the classroom, with a focus on optimising the learning unit and integrating concepts from painting into printmaking.
In the theoretical part the thesis summarizes the development and characteristics of original print, collagraphy and colour printing with an emphasis on introducing colour collagraphy into primary school curriculums and forming connections with painting. The empirical part covers the adaptation of the technique for teaching needs and its implementation with primary school students. The research also includes interviews with participating teachers and an analysis of artworks created by students.
The results show that the technique of collagraphy adapted from a carborundum method is suitable for the introduction of colour intaglio printing in school environment. By creating a collagraph plate with a mixture of acrylic paint and particles (talc, wood ash, sand) students gain a basic understanding of colour printmaking, including colour separation, colour mixing by overlapping plates and intaglio printing. The novelty stimulates creativity and enhances the learning process.
The research showed that the technique is appropriate for students of different ages (ages 9-15) as it can be adapted to their capabilities. An important factor for a successful realisation of the art assignment is a good explanation. The complex principles of colour printing have to be explained to students with a demonstration and practical exercises to solidify the knowledge before the assignment itself. Such an approach not only leads to more successful prints but simplifies the work of the teacher in guiding the learning process.
The thesis offers practical guidelines for implementing colour collagraphy in primary school and contributes to the development of printmaking didactics.
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