s3e71 double-drop printing with artist Art Werger

In this episode of Platemark, I interview Art Werger, a renowned printmaker and retired professor from Ohio University. We discuss Art’s extensive experience and techniques in printmaking, focusing on his work in etching and mezzotint. Art shares his innovative approaches to color experimentation and his use of unique methods like double dropping, cut plates, and à la poupée inking. We also talk about Art’s artistic journey, his teaching experiences, working with litho crayon and white ground techniques, and his projects, including a series of circus-related prints and illustrations for 'The Godfather.' The episode concludes with Art offering to donate prints to educators reflecting his generous spirit and commitment to the printmaking community and highlighting the importance of supporting printmaking in an era dominated by digital techniques.