Proof printing is a valuable step in the relief printmaking process. Learn about proofs and their process in this free instructional printmaking video series.
There are 8 videos in this series:
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.
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.
Printmaking is the process of making artworks by printing on paper. Prints are created from a single original surface, like metal plates, stone, wood blocks, or linoleum. The plates or wood blocks are then inked and run through a press to create a print. Though many prints can be produced from a single plate, each print is considered an original piece of art since it is not a replica of an existing piece. Albrecht Durer of early sixteenth century Europe created woodcuts and etchings of the highest quality, which increased the use and popularity of this art method. Today, hundreds of artists still use the same printmaking techniques of old to create truly unique prints. One type of printmaking is relief printing. In this method, the raised portions of a wood block are printed, and the carved areas are left without ink. Proofing is a process in printmaking that allows the artist to preview how the wood block is progressing. In this free instructional printmaking video series, a printmaker will demonstrate the proof making process. Learn how to maintain your wood block and tools, and find out how the inking process works. Pulling proofs is a valuable process to every printmaker.
Francine Affourtit Francine Affourtit is a woodcut printmaker and has taught woodcut printmaking to children, adults and teachers for a number of years. Francine is new to Austin, TX, and can be reached at francineka@gmail.com.dkdk
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