Tusche Soft-ground Effect

Lascaux inks are used for the production of transparencies for photosensitive printmaking processes: photogravure, photocollagraphy (photopolymer films and plates), screen printing, photolithography, etc.

This slow drying viscous tusche has been designed to produce effects similar to soft ground in traditional etching. Using this method soft non-printing drawings may be made and impressions of fabric, leaves, feathers and other collage materials may be taken. The tusche can also be used for a broad range of painted marks and can be drawn into with paint shapers and other tools. The diluted tusche dries to create granular washes. Dry marks can be re-wet and altered. 

Video on Lascaux Tusche soft-ground effect
Screenprinting artist John McGowan explores the product and demonstrates how he uses Tusche soft-ground effect:

Lascaux Tusches should be cleaned from brushes, tools, and surfaces with warm soapy water before it dries.
Dry tusche can be removed with household cleaners. A non-scratch bath-cleaning pad makes removal easier.