Even though there is more than one etching, each is considered an original work of art because it is not a copy of anything else. Some of the most celebrated artists that worked in this medium are Rembrandt, Whistler and Picasso. David Hunter will be demonstrating how etchings are pressed on Aug 31 to Sept 3, 2018.

What is the difference between an etching and a drawing?

The image produced has a spontaneity of line that comes from drawing on the plate in the same direct way as with pen or pencil on paper. The first etchings date from the early 16th century, but the basic principle had been used earlier for the decoration of armour.

What are the different types of etchings?

Etching is the process of material being removed from a material’s surface. The two major types of etching are wet etching and dry etching (e.g., plasma etching). The etching process that involves using liquid chemicals or etchants to take off the substrate material is called wet etching.