Glasgow based printmaker Richard Marsden’s new work shows an interesting change of direction. Richard, known for his clean and precise screen prints, has turned his hand to etching. In his brand new series, A Year Of Metal, Richard explores this new found technique. The result – 8 striking monochrome images.
The process of screen printing can be thought of like stenciling. Ink is pushed through a mesh screen (which is stretched across a frame) that has open areas. The ‘open areas’ form the design that is created across multiple different layers. They can be printed onto paper, fabric, or pretty much anything flat. It’s bold, graphic, and great for layering vibrant colors.
Etching on the other hand, is like carving a secret into metal. An artist scratches or chemically bites a design into a metal plate, inks it and then wipes the surface clean. Paper is then placed onto the inked plate, and pressure (normally from a printing press) transfers the ink from the recessed areas onto the paper. So each print carries the ‘imprint’ of the plate’s history – often with fine lines and deep textures.
We’re excited to see Richard continue to explore etching and perhaps play with both screen printing and etching together.
Find the full collection in the gallery and online now.
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