Learn to create unique, contemporary works of art with traditional
carving tools and printmaking techniques. Step-by-step projects and
creative lino prints make it fun and easy.
Aspiring artists, illustrators, art students, and art hobbyists will
discover how to use basic carving tools and techniques to design
and create custom lino prints for distinctive works of art. Practical
instruction combined with approachable step-by-step projects and
inspirational imagery guide readers on an engaging, easy-to-follow
exploration of block printing.
Following an introduction to essential materials, such as
printmaking inks, linoleum blocks, carving tools, and papers, Block
Print for Beginners demonstrates how to get from uncarved block to
finished print, including transferring a drawing, carving the
block, working with inks, and achieving the best print
results. Once comfortable with the basics, aspiring printmakers can
move on to explore a series of step-by-step tutorials for creating a
variety of lino prints with blocks they can use over and over again.
From basic block prints to more advanced techniques, such as
printing in repeated patterns and creating stationery, wrapping
paper, wallpaper, and more, Block Print for Beginners provides a
fresh, contemporary, and enjoyable approach to learning this
time-treasured art form.
The Inspired Artist series invites art hobbyists and casual art
enthusiasts to have fun learning basic art concepts, relaxing into the
creative process to make art in a playful, contemporary style. Also from
the series, find even more artistic inspiration with: Draw Every Little
Thing, Paint Every Little Thing, and Watercolor Painting at Home.
