Question

Identify the right order in the technique: \[ \text{A. Drawing} \] \[ \text{B. Aquatint} \] \[ \text{C. Etching} \] \[ \text{D. Plate} \] \[ \text{E. Ground} \]

• A. D, A, C, B, E
• B. B, A, C, E, D
• C. A, C, D, E, B
• D. D, E, A, B, C

Hint:

In etching-related processes, remember: \[ \text{Plate} \rightarrow \text{Ground} \rightarrow \text{Drawing} \rightarrow \text{Aquatint} \rightarrow \text{Etching} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept:
Etching and aquatint are intaglio printmaking techniques. In these techniques, the artist prepares a plate, applies a ground, makes the drawing, creates tonal areas by aquatint, and then etches the plate.

Step 1: Start with the plate.
The first requirement in intaglio printmaking is the plate. So, the first step is: \[ D = \text{Plate} \]

Step 2: Apply the ground.
A protective ground is applied on the plate before drawing. So, the second step is: \[ E = \text{Ground} \]

Step 3: Make the drawing.
The artist draws on the grounded surface. So, the third step is: \[ A = \text{Drawing} \]

Step 4: Use aquatint for tonal areas.
Aquatint is used to create tonal or grain-like effects. So, the fourth step is: \[ B = \text{Aquatint} \]

Step 5: Etch the plate.
Finally, acid bites the exposed areas of the plate. So, the last step is: \[ C = \text{Etching} \] Therefore, the correct order is: \[ D \rightarrow E \rightarrow A \rightarrow B \rightarrow C \] Hence: \[ \boxed{\text{(D) D, E, A, B, C}} \]