Description
Woodblock printing is an ancient art form, which produces beautiful, subtle, and vigorous pieces with only some simple materials. This book introduces the art, and shares technical information and ideas for those with more experience. Drawing on the vibrant living traditions from China and Japan, it’s both a technical guide and an inspiration. Included is a variety of exciting examples of printed woodcuts, together with advice on materials and tools, and a step by step guide to sharpening. Read up on techniques used to succeed in quality prints and perfect registration. After all, there’s a description of editioning conventions.