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Print Making

 

The process of making artworks by printing, normally on paper. Printmaking normally covers only the process of creating prints with an element of originality, rather than just being a photographic reproduction of a painting. Except in the case of monotyping, the process is capable of producing multiples of the same piece, which is called a 'print'. Each piece produced is not a copy but considered an original since it is not a reproduction of another work of art and is technically (more correctly) known as an 'impression'. Printmaking (other than monotyping) is not chosen only for its ability to produce multiple copies, but rather for the unique qualities that each of the printmaking processes lends itself to.
See Also: Screen Printing
 
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Etching Ink


Etching inks are designed for printmakers who want strong reliable inks for edition printing.

 Etching Ink

Relief Ink


Relief Inks are formulated for all relief techniques, including woodblock, linocut, monotype, and Solarplate. They contain the right amount of stiffness and tack to hold fine detail yet spread evenly on the block or plate.

 Relief Ink

Modifiers


Depending on the printmaking technique, the inks may need to be adjusted slightly with one of our modifiers in order to print perfectly.

 Modifiers

Brayers


A brayer is a hand roller used in printmaking techniques to spread ink in the process of offsetting an image from a plate to paper.

 Brayers

Lino Cutters


SpeedballŽ offers a selection of colorful Lino Cutter Handles - Red, Blue, Yellow and Green. These handles feature a hand-adjustable metal chuck for easy installation and change of cutters and linozips. Also, Speedball handles all have a twist off cap for cutter storage inside the handle.

 Lino Cutters