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Experimenting with different wood types and materials in relief printmaking can open new creative endeavors. Learn how to experiment with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Texture can be achieved in relief printmaking by using different types of wood. Learn how to get more texture with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Respecting the wood block in relief printmaking is an essential step to mastering the art. Learn wood block tips with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Image ideas for relief printmaking can come from sketches or personal experience. Get printing ideas with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Abstracted ideas translate well to relief printmaking. Get abstract ideas with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Your wood choice will determine much of your relief print. Learn the difference between wood types with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Size possibilities in relief printmaking are endless. Experiment with wood block sizes with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Larger sizes of relief prints can raise larger problems. Learn how to problem solve with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Using small blocks in relief printmaking in a repetitive pattern can create a large interesting piece. Learn other printing ideas with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Two press techniques in relief printmaking include pressing by hand and pressing with a machine. Learn more about the printing press with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Hand pressing relief prints is beneficial if you would like a more handmade effect. Learn about hand pressed benefits with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Relief print quality depends on paper quality. Learn about print quality with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Relief printing with wet ink layers requires more pressure to ensure ink absorption into the paper. Learn how to print layers of wet ink with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking...

Registration choices in relief printmaking are endless and are a matter of personal preference. Learn about registration choices with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

After a proof has been pulled in relief printmaking, carving can continue. Learn how to continue carving your block with expertise from a printmaker in this instructional printmaking video.

Cleaning the wood in relief printmaking will make carving easier. Learn how to clean your wood block with expertise from a printmaker in this instructional printmaking video.

Cleaning your hands from relief printmaking is easily done with baby wipes. Get other cleaning tips with expertise from a printmaker in this instructional printmaking video.

Clean your relief printmaking brayer with baby oil. Learn how to clean other tools with expertise from a printmaker in this instructional printmaking video.

Creating a template when registering a relief print ensures a centered piece. Learn how to make a template with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Cardboard registration jigs in relief printmaking create corners for the wood block to nest between. Learn how to create jigs with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

In relief printmaking, placing the paper over the wood block takes precision. Learn how to line up the paper with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Registration marks in relief printmaking helps line up the paper in the same spot multiple times. Learn how to make registration marks with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Testing the registration marks in relief printmaking will determine the accuracy of each print. Learn how to test registration marks with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Check your relief print to make sure the alignment is accurate. Learn about print checking with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Aligning the wood block in relief printmaking can be done by simple estimation. Learn how to eyeball the wood block alignment with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Printing in layers with relief printmaking requires more pressure to ensure ink absorption into the paper. Learn how to print a second layer of ink with expertise from a printmaker in this free...

Touching up your relief print is taking a chance with the final product, but can result in interesting effects. Learn how to touch up your block while printing with expertise from a printmaker in...

Laying the ink in relief printmaking ensures an even coat on the wood block. See ink laying demonstrated with expertise from a printmaker in this instructional printmaking video.

Inking the wood in relief printmaking takes practice to get an even layer. Get inking tips with expertise from a printmaker in this instructional printmaking video.

Proof printing a relief block is a quick method to see how the block is progressing. Learn how to pull a proof by hand with expertise from a printmaker in this instructional printmaking video.

Analyzing the proof in relief printmaking will aid in the production of the wood block. Learn about proof analysis with expertise from a printmaker in this instructional printmaking video.

In relief printmaking, mixing colors directly on the wood block surface will create a one of a kind print. Learn how to blend and gradate inks on the wood block with expertise from a printmaker in...

When layers of color have been added to a relief print, a fast impression can be achieved. Learn the printing process after color has been added with expertise from a printmaker in this free...

Color gradation in relief printmaking adds dimension and individuality. Learn how else to experiment with printmaking with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

In relief printmaking, multiple blocks of color can be achieved by printing in layers. Learn how to layer different colors with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

The viscosity of relief printmaking ink will affect the final print. Learn how to adjust the viscosity with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Practicing brayer techniques for relief printmaking will ensure even coverage of ink on the wood block. Learn how to use a brayer with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Hand printing in relief printmaking will show more individuality in each print. Learn about the pros and cons of hand printing with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

In relief printmaking, positioning the block on the paper determines how the final print will look. Learn how to center the wood block on paper with expertise from a printmaker in this free...

Printing impressions in relief printmaking can be achieved with several different tools. Learn how to make an even impression with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

A wooden spoon is the most traditional tool for relief printmaking impressions. Learn wooden spoon techniques with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Checking the status of your print while relief printmaking will give you an idea of how the printing process is progressing. Learn how to check print status with expertise from a printmaker in...

Adding color to a relief print creates a varied surface. Find out how to add different colors to your wood block with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Relief printmaking requires inks and palette knives specific to this type of printing. Learn about the materials necessary to start printing with expertise from a printmaker in this free...

Mixing ink for relief printmaking is similar to mixing other types of paint. Learn how to gain continuity in your print through ink mixing with expertise from a printmaker in this free printmaking...

Curved lines in relief printmaking are difficult to master. Learn line curving techniques with expertise from an experienced printmaker in this free printmaking video.

A V-gouge in printmaking will make a straight, thin line. Learn about the types of V-gouges with expertise from an experienced printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Relief printmaking knives are used in a variety of ways. Learn how to use a printmaking knife with expertise from an experienced printmaker in this free printmaking video.

Transfer your image for relief printmaking with tracing paper. Learn how to use this image transfer method with expertise from an experienced printmaker in this free printmaking video.

When making a relief print, your image will be reversed. Learn printmaking tips with expertise from an experienced printmaker in this free printmaking video.