Print registration in relief printmaking ensures that multiple prints are lined up in the exact same way. Learn how to register your prints and wood blocks with this free instructional printmaking video series.
There are 9 videos in this series:
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.
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 video.
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.
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. Registration in relief printmaking is a process of lining up a wood block and paper in the exact same place multiple times. Print registration is significant when printing an edition of identical prints. In this free printmaking video series, an experience printmaker demonstrates the print registering process. Learn how to make a registration template and jig guides. Find out about different registration options that help ease the printmaking process. Create a whole series of prints with these simple instructions.
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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