In technical sense, the aim of the thesis is to produce inks that are suitable for work in the field of graphics, and to test their effectiveness. To implement a simple process for the production of inks that would enable high quality prints to be produced in the relief printing techniques - linocut, cardboard printing, collagraph and styrography; and in the planographic printing technique of monotyping.
The theoretical part gives an overview of graphic techniques and their history. I go on to describe the properties of the inks and paper used in printmaking. I explain the artistic element colour and its properties. This is followed by a definition of the different types of pigments and an overview of their use throughout history.
In the practical part, I developed and then presented and analysed the paint production processes and the way they are used. I compared the paints produced, looking for similarities and differences.
I tested different paint application techniques and analyzed the quality of the print. At the same time, I explored unique solutions in the landscape motif in my artistic expression.
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