Teacher: Frank Bardachino Title: Monoprints Grade Level: 5th History/Background: A monoprint is a one-of-a-kind copy of a print on paper or fabric,

usually involving a unique rendering of the printed image by the artist directly on the inked and/or painted matrix. Artists sometimes incorporate collage and/or masking techniques to produce negative areas on the print. Monoprints are also one-of-a-kind prints that have been reworked or manipulated by hand before, during, or after the printing process. Standards: 9.1.5A: Know and use the elements of each art form to create works in the arts and humanities. Elements Visual Arts: form/shape, line, space, texture, value, color 9.1.5B: Recognize, know, use, and demonstrate a variety of appropriate arts elements and principles to produce, review, and revise original works in the arts. 9.1.5J: Apply traditional and contemporary technologies for producing, performing, and exhibiting works in the arts or the works of others. Experiment with traditional technologies (relief printmaking).

Goal: To produce a monoprint. Objectives: Students will: 1. Learn about the processes and materials involved in monoprint. 2. Distinguish between monoprinting and relief printing. 3. Produce a monoprint. Requirements: Students will hand in a monoprint. Visual Aids: Teaching Board, examples of monoprints Materials/Supplies: construction paper; water-soluble paints; non-toxic, waterbased printing ink; Plexiglas; paintbrushes; brayers; barens and/or wooden spoons; cloths; sponges Teacher Preparation: Teacher will: o Arrange tools and supplies in order to facilitate printing. o Designate an area of the classroom as the print drying area. Teaching: Introduction: Teacher will motivate students by: 1. Discussing the students successful work from the prior two lessons: Relief Printing on Styrofoam and Making an Edition and Multiple Artists Proofs using One Styrofoam Block. 2. Informing the students that they are about to add monoprinting into their varied and growing repertoire of printmaking techniques.

3. Showing examples of monoprints. 4. Explaining the various techniques used in monoprinting. Directions: 1. Hand out Plexiglas, paints, non-toxic printing ink, and brushes. 2. Guide students during the application of paint and/or ink to Plexiglas printing surface. 3. When students are satisfied with their images, distribute paper and instruct on how to place paper on wet Plexiglas surface. 4. Guide students while they apply pressure and gain an impression on the paper and pull their prints. Closure: Students will clean up their tools and work area. Critique/Evaluation: Students will have a group presentation of all their work from the last three classes. Students will discuss their experience with all the printmaking processes they have learned over the last three classes. Extension: If students finish early, they may make a second print, begin cleaning up, or assist other students in their processes. Time Allotment: 10 minutes: introduction/discussion 20 minutes: create a monoprint 5 minutes: clean up 10 minutes: critique / discussion Vocabulary: Monoprint - A type of surface printing by which an image is made with paint or ink on a surface and then transferred by contact to paper. Only one print can be made of each design. Subtractive Method in monoprinting, when ink or paint is wiped away from a printing surface. Additive Method in monoprinting, when ink or paint is added to the printing surface. Safety concerns: All materials are non-toxic to ensure the safety of the students. Bibliography/References: Hurwitz, A. and Day, M. (2007). Children and Their Art: Methods for the Elementary School (8th Ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Tate|Glossary|Monoprint. Retrieved on November 14, 2010 from http://www.tate.org.uk/collections/glossary/definition.jsp?entryId=176

Rubric: Monoprint
Student Name: Grade Level: Date: CRITERIA Comprehension of printing processes and terminology 3 Clearly demonstrates Understanding of printing processes and terminology Works hard; demonstrates a pursuit of high quality in work Engrossed in work for duration of period Positive, Cheerful, Motivated Very original 2 Somewhat unclear about some aspect(s) of the process and/or terminology Adequately demonstrates skill and motivation Worked for majority of period Somewhat cooperative, yet distracted Adequate originality 1 Poor comprehension of processes and terminology Doesnt seem to care about quality of work; unmotivated Did not work productively for most/all of period Unmotivated, Withdrawn, Uncooperative Not original

Quality of work; Work ethic Use of class time

Attitude; Social skills Creativity Total Points Grade:

Examples of Monoprint

Anna Marie Ottavian, Untitled, 2009

Sue Dennis, Title Unknown, Year Unknown

Peter Alexander, Francis, 2009

Peter Alexander, Ramparts, 2009