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Discover contemporary Etching Printmaking on ArtMajeur

Contemporary Etching Printmaking is a form of art that has been gaining popularity in recent years, especially among printmakers. This type of printmaking involves using acid to create an image on a metal plate, which is then printed onto paper. The main types of s used in contemporary etching printmaking are copper, zinc, and steel plates. The materials used in this type of artwork include etching grounds, acid, ink, and paper. What makes contemporary etching printmaking unique is the ability to create multiple copies of an original artwork, while each print still retains the unique characteristics of the original. The process of etching allows for highly detailed and intricate designs, making each print a one-of-a-kind piece of art.

Printmaking,  5.9x7.9 in
contemplation II Printmaking, 5.9x7.9 in
©2019 Pia Chang

Origins and History

Etching Printmaking has a rich history that dates back to the 16th century. It originated in and quickly spread to other parts of Europe. The process involves using acid to cut into the surface of a metal plate, creating an image that can be printed onto paper. The etching technique became increasingly popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, with artists such as Francisco Goya and Rembrandt producing some of the most iconic etchings in history. In the 20th century, etching experienced a resurgence in popularity as new techniques and materials were developed. Today, Contemporary Artists continue to explore the possibilities of etching, experimenting with new methods and pushing the boundaries of the medium. Questions about the relationship between technology and traditional printmaking techniques, the role of printmaking in contemporary art, and the importance of originality continue to drive the conversation around etching printmaking.

Printmaking,  13.8x9.8 in
Aube Printmaking, 13.8x9.8 in
©2021 Pia Chang

Evolutions of theses works in the contemporary art market

Contemporary etching printmaking has gone through a remarkable transformation in recent years. With advancements in technology, artists are now able to produce prints with finer details, richer colors, and a greater range of textures. This has opened up new possibilities for artists to experiment with and incorporate etching techniques into their works. The importance of etching printmaking in the contemporary art market cannot be overstated.

Printmaking,  15.8x15 in
Eau-forte 05 recto. Terre de Sienne Printmaking, 15.8x15 in
©2024 Jean Kittel

Related Famous Artists

Contemporary artists have been exploring the techniques of etching printmaking in new and exciting ways. Some of the most well-known artists in this field include Julie Mehretu, Tacita Dean, and Christiane Baumgartner.

Julie Mehretu is a painter and printmaker known for her large-scale abstract works that combine elements of architecture, geography, and history. Her intricate etchings explore the idea of identity and place, blending together different cultural references and visual languages.

Tacita Dean is a British artist who works in a variety of mediums, including film, photography, and printmaking. Her etchings often feature landscapes and natural phenomena, such as the sun and the moon. Her work is known for its poetic sensibility and sense of mystery.

Christiane Baumgartner is a German artist who specializes in woodcut and etching printmaking. Her works often feature urban landscapes and architectural details, rendered in bold black and white lines. She is known for her technical skill and ability to capture the essence of a place in her prints.

Other contemporary artists working in the field of etching printmaking include Kiki Smith, who explores themes of gender and identity in her delicate etchings, and William Kentridge, whose prints combine elements of drawing and collage to create layered, dreamlike images. These artists continue to push the boundaries of traditional printmaking techniques, creating works that are both technically impressive and emotionally resonant.

Printmaking,  11.8x15.8 in
Patience - gravure Printmaking, 11.8x15.8 in
©2024 Dorine Knecht

Notable contemporary Etching Printmaking

Contemporary Etching Printmaking has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years. Here are a few examples of well-known works and their creators:

  • "Introspection" by Ellen Heck, 2015: This piece features a woman staring wistfully out of a window, with delicate floral patterns etched into the background. The use of negative space and intricate details make this piece a standout example of contemporary etching.

  • "The Garden of Earthly Delights" by Grayson Perry, 2012: This etching is part of a larger series of works by Perry that explore themes of sexuality and desire. The piece features a detailed landscape filled with whimsical creatures and erotic imagery.

  • "The Ghost" by Kiki Smith, 2001: Smith is known for her prints that often feature the human form, and "The Ghost" is no exception. The etching shows a figure shrouded in a veil, with delicate etched lines creating an ethereal effect.

  • "Erlenmeyer Flask" by Chuck Close, 1995: Close is perhaps best known for his photorealistic portraits, but "Erlenmeyer Flask" shows off his versatility as an artist. The print features a simple scientific apparatus, rendered in intricate detail.

These works demonstrate the range of styles and subjects that can be explored through contemporary etching. From delicate floral patterns to erotic imagery, etching allows artists to create intricate and detailed works of art.

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Printmaking titled "contemplation II" by Pia Chang, Original Artwork, Etching
contemplation II - Printmaking, 5.9x7.9 in ©2019 by Pia Chang - Figurative, figurative-594, Nature,

Pia Chang

"contemplation II"

Printmaking on Paper | 5.9x7.9 in

$274.62
Printmaking titled "Patience - gravure" by Dorine Knecht, Original Artwork, Etching
Patience - gravure - Printmaking, 11.8x15.8 in ©2024 by Dorine Knecht - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Architecture, Maison, brique, ville, rouge, mur, gravure, aquatinte, eau forte, papier, transparence, blanc, architecture, geométrie

Dorine Knecht

"Patience - gravure"

Printmaking on Paper | 11.8x15.8 in

$279.33
Printmaking titled "Decay 8, Tulip" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Decay 8, Tulip - Printmaking, 23.6x17.7 in ©2019 by Vera Almeida - Figurative, figurative-594, Flower, tulip, flower, red, chine collé, drawing, flora, nature, plant

Vera Almeida

"Decay 8, Tulip"

Printmaking on Paper | 23.6x17.7 in

$516.49
Printmaking titled "Home Sweet Home "La…" by Charlotte Reine, Original Artwork, Etching
Home Sweet Home "La Cuisine" - Printmaking, 6.7x9.8 in ©2025 by Charlotte Reine - Naive Art, naive-art-948, Urban, Cuisine

Charlotte Reine

"Home Sweet Home "La Cuisine""

Printmaking on Paper | 6.7x9.8 in

$212.15
Printmaking titled "Shadows 2, green" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Shadows 2, green - Printmaking, 13.2x6.9 in ©2022 by Vera Almeida - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Flower, flowers, green, dry, wild, shadows, botanical, nature

Vera Almeida

"Shadows 2, green"

Printmaking on Paper | 13.2x6.9 in

$274.05
Printmaking titled "Love story" by Kateryna Bortsova, Original Artwork, Etching
Love story - Printmaking, 12.6x4.7 in ©2010 by Kateryna Bortsova - Figurative, figurative-594, Bird, magic, birds, love, graphic, story, two, mystery

Kateryna Bortsova

"Love story"

Printmaking on Paper | 12.6x4.7 in

$247.51
Printmaking titled "Eau-Forte 15 verso.…" by Jean Kittel, Original Artwork, Etching
Eau-Forte 15 verso. Terre d'ombre brulée - Printmaking, 15x11.8 in ©2024 by Jean Kittel - Abstract, abstract-570, Geometric, gravure, estame, eau-forte, rouille, corrosion, terre d'ombre, ocre, intaglio

Jean Kittel

"Eau-Forte 15 verso. Terre d'ombre brulée"

Printmaking on Paper | 15x11.8 in

$278.15
Printmaking titled "squadra e como…" by Benito Lizza, Original Artwork, Etching
squadra e como - simboli massoneria - Printmaking, 14.2x19.7 in ©2000 by Benito Lizza - Spiritual Art, spiritual-art-1040, Esotericism, massoneria, squadra, como, villard de honnecourt, square and com, franc-maçonnerie, iniziatico;

Benito Lizza

"squadra e como - simboli massoneria"

Printmaking on Paper | 14.2x19.7 in

$400.73
Printmaking titled "eau-forte 12AB Terr…" by Jean Kittel, Original Artwork, Etching
eau-forte 12AB Terre de Sienne - Printmaking, 22.1x15 in ©2023 by Jean Kittel - Abstract, abstract-570, Geometric, eau-forte, corrosion, etching, gravure, estampe, rouille, intaglio, ocre, terre de sienne

Jean Kittel

"eau-forte 12AB Terre de Sienne"

Printmaking on Paper | 22.1x15 in

$386.58
Printmaking titled "Eau-forte 14 Noir -…" by Jean Kittel, Original Artwork, Etching
Eau-forte 14 Noir - Terre de Sienne - Printmaking, 22.1x15 in ©2023 by Jean Kittel - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, eau forte, gravure, estampe, etching, corrosion, abstract art, art abstrait, rouille, ocre, terre de sienne, intaglio

Jean Kittel

"Eau-forte 14 Noir - Terre de Sienne"

Printmaking on Paper | 22.1x15 in

$449.05
Printmaking titled "Undersea 3, marine…" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Undersea 3, marine life - Printmaking, 5.9x7.1 in ©2023 by Vera Almeida - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Seascape, ocean, sea, nature, blue, sealife, deep, reef, blue sea, algae, ecosystem

Vera Almeida

"Undersea 3, marine life"

Printmaking on Paper | 5.9x7.1 in

$215.6
Printmaking titled "Regard" by Andrew Verstrepen, Original Artwork, Etching
Regard - Printmaking, 10.3x7.5 in ©2024 by Andrew Verstrepen - Outsider Art, outsider-art-1044, portrait, eau forte, gravure

Andrew Verstrepen

"Regard"

Printmaking on Paper | 10.3x7.5 in

$135.54
Prints available
Printmaking titled "Aube" by Pia Chang, Original Artwork, Etching
Aube - Printmaking, 13.8x9.8 in ©2021 by Pia Chang -

Pia Chang

"Aube"

Printmaking on Paper | 13.8x9.8 in

$451.41
Printmaking titled "Decay 5, Red Carnat…" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Decay 5, Red Carnation - Printmaking, 15.8x11.8 in ©2018 by Vera Almeida - Illustration, illustration-600, Flower, carnation, floral, red, plant, nature, decay, Dianthus-caryophyllus

Vera Almeida

"Decay 5, Red Carnation"

Printmaking on Paper | 15.8x11.8 in

$296.09
Printmaking titled "empereur. Fragment 1" by François Crinel, Original Artwork, Etching
empereur. Fragment 1 - Printmaking, 7.1x5.9 in ©2024 by François Crinel - Figurative, figurative-594, Animal, empereur, gravure, platre, Goetz

François Crinel

"empereur. Fragment 1"

Printmaking on Other substrate | 7.1x5.9 in

$301.72
Printmaking titled "Still life 1, small…" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Still life 1, small flower in a bottle - Printmaking, 7.1x4.9 in ©2022 by Vera Almeida - Figurative, figurative-594, Still life, bottle, small, glass, black and white, Still life, plant, nature

Vera Almeida

"Still life 1, small flower in a bottle"

Printmaking on Paper | 7.1x4.9 in

$196.44
Printmaking titled "Shadows 1, yellow" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Shadows 1, yellow - Printmaking, 13.2x6.9 in ©2022 by Vera Almeida - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Flower, decay, flower, petals, yellow, blue, chine-collé

Vera Almeida

"Shadows 1, yellow"

Printmaking on Paper | 13.2x6.9 in

$274.05
Printmaking titled "Sunflower, Head and…" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Sunflower, Head and Leaves - Printmaking, 8.3x8.1 in ©2017 by Vera Almeida - Figurative, figurative-594, Flower, sunflower, black and white, botanic, flower, handprinted, petals, leaves, nature, plant

Vera Almeida

"Sunflower, Head and Leaves"

Printmaking on Paper | 8.3x8.1 in

$240.52
Printmaking titled "Dance" by Janna Shulrufer, Original Artwork, Etching
Dance - Printmaking, 5.9x4.1 in ©2025 by Janna Shulrufer - Figurative, figurative-594, Music, dry point, etching, printmaking, dance, woman

Janna Shulrufer

"Dance"

Printmaking on Paper | 5.9x4.1 in

On Request
Printmaking titled "Balcony 4, the Cat" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Balcony 4, the Cat - Printmaking, 7.1x7.1 in ©2024 by Vera Almeida - Illustration, illustration-600, Cat, cat, sunflower, orange, balcony, flower, felis catus, plant

Vera Almeida

"Balcony 4, the Cat"

Printmaking on Paper | 7.1x7.1 in

$230.93
Printmaking titled "quattrocento. fragm…" by François Crinel, Original Artwork, Etching
quattrocento. fragment 1 - Printmaking, 2.4x1.6 in ©2024 by François Crinel - Figurative, figurative-594, Landscape, quattrocento, fragment

François Crinel

"quattrocento. fragment 1"

Printmaking on Other substrate | 2.4x1.6 in

$136.72
Printmaking titled "Міф" by Valerij Gren Ko, Original Artwork, Etching
Міф - Printmaking, 3.4x3 in ©1991 by Valerij Gren Ko -

Valerij Gren Ko

"Міф"

Printmaking on Paper | 3.4x3 in

$1,905.81
Prints available
Printmaking titled "Balcony 1, the Blue…" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Balcony 1, the Blue Tit - Printmaking, 7.1x7.1 in ©2024 by Vera Almeida - Illustration, illustration-600, bird, blue tit, sunflower, tree, yellow, chine-collé, leaves, glass, balcony

Vera Almeida

"Balcony 1, the Blue Tit"

Printmaking on Paper | 7.1x7.1 in

$230.93
Printmaking titled "eau-forte 12AB Terr…" by Jean Kittel, Original Artwork, Etching
eau-forte 12AB Terre de Sienne brulée - Printmaking, 22.1x15 in ©2023 by Jean Kittel - Abstract, abstract-570, estampe, gravure, eau-forte, etching, corrosion, rouille, terre de sienne, ocre

Jean Kittel

"eau-forte 12AB Terre de Sienne brulée"

Printmaking on Paper | 22.1x15 in

$386.58
Printmaking titled "Eau-forte 05 recto.…" by Jean Kittel, Original Artwork, Etching
Eau-forte 05 recto. Terre de Sienne - Printmaking, 15.8x15 in ©2024 by Jean Kittel - Abstract, abstract-570, ocre, terre de sienne, gravure, etching, estampe, intaglio, eau-forte, corrosion

Jean Kittel

"Eau-forte 05 recto. Terre de Sienne"

Printmaking on Paper | 15.8x15 in

$319.4
Printmaking titled "Роза" by Valerij Gren Ko, Original Artwork, Etching
Роза - Printmaking, 3.7x3 in ©2023 by Valerij Gren Ko -

Valerij Gren Ko

"Роза"

Printmaking on Cardboard | 3.7x3 in

$2,504.55
Prints available
Printmaking titled "Seashore 2, Blue an…" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Seashore 2, Blue and Green Ocean - Printmaking, 7.9x7.9 in ©2021 by Vera Almeida - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Seascape, sea, ocean, blue, green, horizon, waves, seashore, etching, water, veraalmeida, prussian, coastal

Vera Almeida

"Seashore 2, Blue and Green Ocean"

Printmaking on Paper | 7.9x7.9 in

$221.35
Printmaking titled "Eau forte 24. Noir" by Jean Kittel, Original Artwork, Etching
Eau forte 24. Noir - Printmaking, 9.8x22.8 in ©2024 by Jean Kittel - Abstract, abstract-570, corrosion, eau forte, etching, gravure, estampe, intaglio

Jean Kittel

"Eau forte 24. Noir"

Printmaking on Paper | 9.8x22.8 in

$327.65
Printmaking titled "PF 2025 Let this ye…" by Helena Kalná, Original Artwork, Etching
PF 2025 Let this year be the way - Printmaking, 6.5x4.7 in ©2025 by Helena Kalná - Illustration, illustration-600, Landscape, way, parent and child, parenting, togeather, future, walk togeather

Helena Kalná

"PF 2025 Let this year be the way"

Printmaking on Paper | 6.5x4.7 in

Not For Sale
Printmaking titled "Sleepy Conversation…" by Wieslawa Nowicka (wiwnow), Original Artwork, Etching
Sleepy Conversations-Bymarka 2 - Printmaking, 6.3x6.3 in ©2025 by Wieslawa Nowicka (wiwnow) - Land Art, land-art-957, Nature, tree, wood, landscape

Wieslawa Nowicka (wiwnow)

"Sleepy Conversations-Bymarka 2"

Printmaking on Paper | 6.3x6.3 in

$209.79
Printmaking titled "The die is cast" by Valery Mironov, Original Artwork, Etching
The die is cast - Printmaking, 27.6x19.7 in ©2004 by Valery Mironov - Figurative, figurative-594, Animal, Grotesque, pigs, Valery Mironov, allegorical art, Alexander's Collection gallery, colorful, Pigs under Latin

Valery Mironov

"The die is cast"

Printmaking on Paper | 27.6x19.7 in

$2,212
Printmaking titled "age nocturne" by Mine Palayer, Original Artwork, Etching
age nocturne - Printmaking, 9.7x11 in ©1978 by Mine Palayer -

Mine Palayer

"age nocturne"

Printmaking on Paper | 9.7x11 in

$239.26
Printmaking titled "Unique 1994 Drypoin…" by Simanolya, Original Artwork, Etching
Unique 1994 Drypoint & Aquatint Etching - Mother & Child - Printmaking, 12.6x7.9 in ©1994 by Simanolya - Illustration, illustration-600, Asia, etching, drypoint, aquatint, print, original art, artwork, signed print, vintage art, 1990s art, mother and child, mother, child, family, unique artwork, one of a kind, limited edition, fine art print, brown, gold, architectural

Simanolya

"Unique 1994 Drypoint & Aquatint Etching - Mother & Child"

Printmaking on Paper | 12.6x7.9 in

$270
Prints available
Printmaking titled "Seashore 3, seabed" by Vera Almeida, Original Artwork, Etching
Seashore 3, seabed - Printmaking, 7.9x7.9 in ©2021 by Vera Almeida - Conceptual Art, conceptual-art-579, Seascape, ocean, prussian blue, seashore, etching, aquatint, coastal

Vera Almeida

"Seashore 3, seabed"

Printmaking on Paper | 7.9x7.9 in

$221.35
Printmaking titled "Eau-forte 15 verso.…" by Jean Kittel, Original Artwork, Etching
Eau-forte 15 verso. Terres de Sienne. - Printmaking, 11x7.9 in ©2024 by Jean Kittel - Abstract, abstract-570, Colorful, corrosion, eau-forte, gravure, etching, estampe, intaglio, abstract art, ocre, rouille, terre de sienne

Jean Kittel

"Eau-forte 15 verso. Terres de Sienne."

Printmaking on Paper | 11x7.9 in

$169.72
Printmaking titled "Red Room" by Emily Bett, Original Artwork, Etching
Red Room - Printmaking, 12x16 in ©2002 by Emily Bett - Figurative, figurative-594, Everyday Life, Bonnard, Interior, Figure

Emily Bett

"Red Room"

Printmaking on Paper | 12x16 in

$277

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