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Collagraphy
Collagraphs are a form of collage prints, first used in the 20th century. Collagraph plates are made by gluing papers, cardboards, and other materials to a piece of cardboard or wood. These are then printed using either a relief or intaglio process.
Collagraphs can show a great deal of texture. The versatility of materials that can be applied to the plate allows for many options. Another common technique is to draw with glue or other thick liquid to create interesting effects on the plate.
S Girardi; collagraph; 1998
Collagraphs are a popular project for students since they can be made from easily acquired materials.
Collagraph by a third grade student.
Sites about collagraph printing:
Artist Terms: Collagraph
Discover Graphics: Collagraphy
Washington Printmakers: Collagraph and Embossing
Nontoxic Print: Collagraph
Collagraph with Lynn Bailey - Vimeo
Sites about contemporary artists who create collagraphs:
Janine Denby
Washington Printmakers
Judy Wise
Laurie Rudling
Kim Major-George
Mary Wardle
Candice Ashment
Julianne Ricksecker
Quenby Bucklaew
Evan Summer