Wood block prints are made with the relief printing process. Learn more about relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
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Block printing is the easiest kind of relief printing. Learn more about different types of relief printing in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Use found objects to create interesting wood block patterns. Learn more creative tips for relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Linoleum is easier to cut than wood, so better for printmaking beginners. Learn more about getting started with relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Trace a design from a photo as pattern for relief printing block. Learn more tips for creating a wood or linoleum block for relief printing in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
When creating wood printing block, use simple images which will be easy to cut. Learn more tips for creating wood and linoleum blocks for relief printing in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Use a light table to transfer relief printing image to wood block. Learn more tips for making wood and linoleum blocks for relief printing in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Carve with the grain when creating wood block designs for relief printing. Learn more about creative relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Create tonal values for wood block with different types of cuts. Learn more advanced tips for relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Use acid-free paper for relief printing so it will last longer. Learn more tips for relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Cut paper larger than wood block so you can trim after printing. Learn more tips and tricks for relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Use oil-based ink for making relief prints. Learn more about inking relief prints with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Use brayer to spread ink on wood block. Learn more about the process of relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Hold paper in place with one hand during entire printing process. Learn more tips and tricks for relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Cutting wood block with ink still on it lets you see your cuts. Learn more about perfecting your relief prints with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Use different wood blocks for different colors in relief printing. Learn about adding colors when relief printing with wood and linoleum blocks in this free printing lesson from a printmaking instructor.
Relief printing, also known as block printing, is a printing process in which ink is transfered to the printing surface from raised portions of the printing block. Wood block printing as well as letterpress and flexography are examples of this process. This process is the opposite of engraving or etching, where the areas which print are those below the block surface. The rubber stamp is a good example of relief printing. Up until the computer printing age, books and other documents containing text were printed with movable type, also a relief printing technique.
In this free relief printing lesson, a printing instructor tells you how to create your own wood or linoleum block for relief printing. He discusses how to choose and transfer a design from a photograph to a wood block. Learn advice on how to carve the wood block to get the best likeness of your photo. You will also learn which papers and inks are best for relief printing. Watch this series and create your own printmaking art!
Patrick Miko Patrick Miko is an active printmaking artist and teacher. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Arts from Kent State University in 1996, a master's degree in graphics from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1999, and a Master of Fine Arts in Printmaking and Glassworking in 2000 from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He is currently a visiting instructor of printmaking at the University of North Florida.dkdk
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