Grab a cuppa as you delve into my world of botanical printmaking and sculpture. I will share insights into my artistic practice as a Botanical Printmaker and Sculptor, offering a glimpse into my creative process and inspiration behind my works. Additionally, you will discover a treasure trove of valuable tips and techniques for mastering the art of Lino Printing, developing your skills and unleashing your creativity. So relax, sip on your brew, and have a good read
You have spend hours and hours carving out your lino print designs, you have your printing paper and have mixed your inks and now you’re ready to print.
But how do you make sure your lino print appears in the same place each time? This is where choosing the right registration method to suit your project comes in handy. So let me show you 3 really simple and cost effective ways to register your prints
Read MoreUsually when I create my botanical lino prints I will use the reduction method which is a way of creating multiple layers and colours using just one piece of lino. However over the past few years I have began to go back to doing black and white lino prints as well.
Black and white lino prints can be more dramatic and bold in appearance and have a modern graphic edge to them and make a lovely addition to any contemporary setting. So how do I make them?
Read MoreWhen starting out on your Lino Printing journey it can be a bit confusing deciding on which tools and materials to use and more importantly how to use them. There are so many to choose from it can be bit of an headache. So here's my guide on the type of tools you can get and how to use them safely.
Read MoreThe majority of my colourful botanical lino prints are created using the reduction lino print method. It’s a lovely technique where you can create multiple colours and layers just by using one piece of lino.
Read MoreOne of the most asked questions I get is "Do you need a printing press to do Lino Printing?"
And the answer is no. Carry on reading to find out what items make great printing press alternatives.
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