Description
Hard Ground Liquid
Unleash your inner artist and create stunning etchings with our amazing Hard Ground Liquid! This isn't just any ground; it's your key to unlocking a world of intricate designs and detailed artwork on copper plates. Forget frustrating flaking, chipping, or peeling – our hard ground adheres firmly to a clean plate, providing a smooth, reliable surface for your creative explorations.
Imagine the satisfaction of watching your design come to life as you effortlessly draw through the ground, revealing the gleaming copper beneath. This hard ground is specially formulated to resist chipping and flaking, ensuring clean, crisp lines every time. No more worries about your ground pulling away from the plate and ruining your meticulous work! This means more time creating and less time troubleshooting.
How to Use Our Hard Ground Liquid for Etching Magic:
- Prep Your Plate: Start with a squeaky-clean copper plate. Any oils will interfere with the ground's adhesion. Create a paste of whiting and water, and gently rub it across the plate's surface. Rinse thoroughly and ensure no water beads up – this indicates a perfectly clean surface.
- Deoxidize: Mix a simple solution of salt and vinegar and apply it to the plate. Rinse it off immediately to prevent further oxidation. This crucial step ensures the best possible bond between the copper and the hard ground.
- Apply the Ground: Evenly apply the liquid hard ground to your clean, deoxidized copper plate. Allow it to dry completely. A dry ground is essential for achieving precise lines and preventing smudging.
- Create Your Masterpiece: Now for the fun part! Use a sharp etching needle to draw your design into the dried ground, exposing the copper beneath. The smooth, consistent surface of our hard ground makes it a joy to work with, allowing for intricate details and delicate lines.
- Etch with Ferric Chloride: Once your design is complete, submerge the plate in a ferric chloride bath. The acid will bite into the exposed copper, creating your etched design. Because our hard ground resists the mordant, your image will be sharp and well-defined.
Whether you're a seasoned printmaker or just beginning your etching journey, our Hard Ground Liquid is an essential tool for achieving professional-quality results.
This product ships Hazmat and is not available outside the continental USA
