Helena Markson facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Helena Markson
Born	1934 (1934)
Died	2012 (aged 77–78)
Nationality	British
Education	Central School of Arts and Crafts
Known for	Printmaking

Helena Markson (1934–2012) was a talented British artist. She was especially known for making art using a method called printmaking.

Who Was Helena Markson?

Helena Markson was born in London, England, in 1934. She grew up to become a well-known artist. Her main way of creating art was through printmaking.

Early Life and Education

From 1952 to 1956, Helena studied art in London. She went to a famous school called the Central School of Arts and Crafts. This is where she learned many of her art skills.

Moving to Israel and Teaching

In 1970, Helena Markson moved to Israel. There, she became an art teacher. She taught at several important art schools. These included the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design and the Avni Institute of Art and Design.

She also taught at the University of Haifa. At this university, she started the printmaking studios. This means she helped create a special place for students to learn printmaking.

Her Art: Printmaking

Helena Markson's favorite art methods were etching and aquatint. These are both types of printmaking.

• Etching is a way to make prints using a metal plate. Artists draw on the plate with a special tool. Then, they use acid to carve the lines into the metal.
• Aquatint is another printmaking method. It helps artists create areas of tone and texture. This makes the prints look more like paintings.

During the 1950s and 1960s, Helena showed her art in many exhibitions. These shows took place in London. People could see her unique prints there.

Where to See Her Art

Helena Markson passed away in Cambridge, England, in 2012. Her artwork is still very important. You can find examples of her prints in several famous art museums.

Her art is part of the permanent collections at:

• The Tate Museum in London.
• The Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool.
• The Ben Uri Gallery & Museum.