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Block Printing Robert Craig

Block Printing By Robert Craig

Block Printing by Robert Craig


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Summary

Techniques for linoleum and wood.

Block Printing Summary

Block Printing: Techniques for Linoleum and Wood by Robert Craig

How to make block prints for art prints, greeting cards, invitations, signs and more using both linoleum and wood. Covers transferring a design, carving, printing by hand in one or more colors, clean up, editioning, and tearing down paper. Detailed, illustrated instructions for selecting tools, paper, and ink; carving both linoleum and wood; and printing by hand in one color or more to achieve professional results. Techniques can be used for art prints, posters, signs, invitations, greeting cards, gift wrap, and fabric.

Block Printing Reviews

The centuries-old art form of block printing is experiencing something of a revival, and this book makes the ideal introduction to the technique. From selecting and sourcing tools, paper and ink, the author shows in clear stages how to carve both linoleum and wood, using one or more colours to achieve professional results. The book closes with a gallery of finished prints, offering plenty of inspiration to would-be printers.-Leisure Painter If you've always wanted to try lino printing this book is an ideal introduction, it covers how to use linoleum and wood, how to transfer a design, how to carve properly and safely, how to print by hand using more than one colour, how to properly clean and care for your tools and your block. A well written, well illustrated guide that'd be great for beginners and more experienced alike.-Handmade Living

About Robert Craig

Robert Craig is a block printer, engraver, and printing instructor who works with both linoleum and wood. His pieces have been shown in galleries around the country. He lives near Easton, Pennsylvania.

Sandy Allison is a writer and editor who lives in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.

Additional information

GOR006013099
9780811706018
081170601X
Block Printing: Techniques for Linoleum and Wood by Robert Craig
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Stackpole Books
20110923
128
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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