Intaglio Self Portrait

Intaglio self portrait.  Intaglio is a printmaking process where lines are etched into copper or acrylic making a relief.  Ink is applied to the plate and wiped off. The ink stays in the scratches but is wiped clear from the smooth surfaces of the plate. A damp paper is then put on top of the plate and both are run through a press.  The image directly below is of the acrylic plate. The plate was etched with an exacto knife. The picture is self matted and framed. The frame is made from redwood.