An introduction to

Printmaking dates back almost 2,000 years

to the time when paper was invented in

China. Printmaking was originally used as a

form of communication.

Andy Warhol- Marilyn

Hokusai- The Great Wave

Albrecht Durer- Rhinocerus

There are many different

techniques for printing…

Etching (Intaglio)

Silkscreening

Collagraphy

Relief Printing

Relief Printmaking

Definition of Relief Printmaking - A block is carved so part of surface is removed.

- Uncarved areas are raised and hold ink.

Different Types of

Relief Printmaking - Woodcut

- Stamping

- Linocut

Materials

- Wood

- Linoleum

- EZ-Cut Block

Printmaking things to know…

Printmaking allows you to create repeated images

Each one called an edition

Most artists label their work with name, title, and edition number

This allows people to buy artwork for less money

The first edition is the most valuable and limited edition prints are also more expensive

Prints come out in reverse

A proof is a practice print

Each time you complete the process of

making a new image from your block, that

is called “pulling” a print

The better the paper, the better the print

Ink is permanent

Being organized and as clean as possible

will help!

Safety is critical!!