This is a great printing technique which can be used for a range of ability levels. Foam prints involve a printing foam sheet being carved into with a blunt pencil. By pressing into the foam the pencil will leave an indented shape which will create the negative space for the print.
Students press their design into the sheet. Once they are happy with their image they can roll paint or printing ink over the plates with a hard roller. Apply an even coat of paint or ink and place cartridge paper over the top and rub evenly to create a transfer.
Tip: Printing inks can dry very quickly in a warm room and cause the paper to stick. Low quality or watery paints can also result in a smudged print. Try water soluble markers coloured over the top of the foam with damp paper to print for a mess free alternative.
