• Uttam Kumar Basak

The terms ‘art’ and ‘technique’ are inextricably intertwined in the world of art. The artist, according to his mental attitude uses these two terms for their utility in the field of art. For purposes of working, if one wishes to stress the artistic aspect—the technical aspect may lie untapped; on the other hand, a work of art created through technical skill may have its artistic qualities unapparent. In some cases, both qualities having equal importance have spread as works of art. It is however, near impossible, to give complete form to a work of art without the role of technique. In Printmaking technique is to parallel support the image not vice-versa. Greater thought must be given to the image and advantages of the Printmaking medium. This applies in every field of visual art especially in Printmaking as various chemicals, mechanical and technical methods are involved in the practice of contemporary Printmaking. To discuss in detail the active role of technique in art from the perspective of a printmaker. It is to be observed that how printmakers express their personal thoughts by selecting an appropriate medium which help them to climb the steps to aesthetic success. The printmaker’s views, his ideas, the development of his art are expressed through various methods, their forms and techniques. Printmaker’s way of expression is purely personal. I have derived these views from my experience as a student of the Printmaking section of the Fine Arts Department of the university. In this article, I propose to discuss in detail the active role of technique in art from the perspective of a printmaker.

Printmaking,Chemicals of Printmaking,Printmaking Techniques,Printmaking Methods

"The Role Of Technique In Contemporary Printmaking", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 7, page no.514-521, July-2018, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1807081.pdf

"The Role Of Technique In Contemporary Printmaking", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 7, page no. pp514-521, July-2018, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1807081.pdf