Block Printing

by Sandy Allison (Editor), Robert Craig

BKS226 - Block Printing. -Sub Basic Techniques for Linoleum and Wood. - 081170601X. -ISBN 13: 9780811706018. -General Design. - Design / graphic arts / general. -Design. Country of -United States. Age -Adults. Overall Height - Top to -0.25". Overall Width - Side to -9.25". Overall Depth - Front to -7.5". Overall Product -0.56 lbs.

Genres: Art, Nonfiction, How To, Adult

96 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2011

Reviews

[hope h. · Rating 3 out of 5]

back on my art book grind - this one was a bit underwhelming in the scope of what it covered, but still had some solidly decent tips (especially about rigging your block and prints for reduction prints) and was an informative read! good to check out if you have zero experience with linocut and don't know where to begin.

[Elizabeth Cárdenas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good beginner guide

If you're just started printing this is the book for you - the supplies are readily available without having to spend too much money and the results can be as complicated or a simple as you choose. The step-by-step instructions are clear and the photos illustrate the process very well.

[Kara Backlund · Rating 5 out of 5]

Detailed instructions for image transfer, block carving, tool selection, inking plates, printing, and tearing paper. Pretty much all you need to know!

[Krista Park · Rating 3 out of 5]

The least detailed of the books on block printing that I've read. Some really great photos, and it covers the basics. But many other books are better.

[Peggy · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is written and illustrated well with clear, simple instructions. It is not meant to go beyond that basic introductory task, and yet I did find some steps involved not as fully explained as I might want or need. The jig used for carving wood blocks is an example. Perhaps I need to go back and reread that section again. I did tend to skip through it more quickly since I intend to begin with linoleum block cutting.

[GF · Rating 4 out of 5]

This nonfiction how-to book includes the process, set up, and materials as well as how one artist created a multi-color print using one design. Block print making is a complex activity, but with these kinds of tips things are more readily understood. Although the book is slimmer it still is worth the read for these extra tips. Book includes many illustrations that helped me with decisions of my own as a block print artist.

[Elle C · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great photos of basics. Registration was covered well, oh, and papers to use was great, informative page (22). The point was made that papers are torn, not scissored/cut in printmaking. Also large margins are traditionally employed, around 3-4” around the print. Helpfully and clearly communicated.
I skimmed the chapters on wood, since I’m a lino cutter currently. The examples in back are terrific.

[Barb · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good overview for the very basics of block printing, with a focus on linoleum.

[R. S. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good place to start

This book has plenty of useful tips for beginners. The illustrations are useful and the writing is easy to understand.

[Leslie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice brief basic book, learned some stuff that was missing from the class I took.

[MJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fast read through of the book. Simple and clear instruction and easily do-able without a lot of tools and equipment.

[elaynne · Rating 3 out of 5]

Though only 90 pages long, including the resources page, it had some good ideas I'd like to remember. I'm considering adding a copy to my personal library since this copy was borrowed from the #PPLD

[Charlotte · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a very straightforward basic introduction to the craft. The pictures and instructions are easy to follow. It makes me think I could do this.

[Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent for basics tips, intro to carving. I found it very useful and inspiring. Simple