the plates

Some of the etched plates used in printmaking and helpful extra weight in my drying press

The makeshift drying press was helped considerably by the copper plates, as I reviewed the first post, it seemed worth a mention as the plates are some of those I used in making the prints for this series.

The plates are tricky to photograph, well enough to get an idea of their form. These are taken at a sharp angle looking towards a bright north facing studio window.

The light is readily reflected off most of the surface, with darker areas indicating the etched, pitted parts. The copper glow adds something to the appeal.