This book is a general guide to printmaking by hand. Comprehensive and innovative, this practical introduction ranges from potato prints to multi-colour linocuts; from collage to screenprints; from prints made with pipe cleaners and burger boxes to three-dimensional indented sculpture. The advantage of the techniques covered are that they do not require expensive equipment or much space, and are suitable for all age groups. Easy to follow for the beginner, Handmade Prints also offers invaluable insights for the experienced printmaker. All the methods described require little specialised equipment and can be carried out at home on the kitchen table. They can be accomplished at many levels of expertise: in an artist s professional practice; as a school or college activity; or by enthusiasts of all ages to make unusual, inventive artworks or to transform home decor. The text is clearly written and highly illustrated with work done by people of all ages.
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Anne Desmet is a well-known wood engraver and is the editor of Printmaking Today. Her work can be seen in collections throughout Europe, most notably in the Ashmolean Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. Jim Anderson is a well-known printmaker and is a fellow of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers. He runs courses on printmaking.
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By Kirsty Hall
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This is a really excellent book if you're interested in exploring printmaking but don't have access to lots of expensive equipment. Loads of different techniques, clear instructions, accessible writing and great images make this book indispensible for teachers, workshop leaders and artists alike. Printmaking can often seem quite scary to the beginner and this book gives a thorough but gentle introduction to techniques that you can try at home. However, don't assume that this is a book just for beginners, both the authors are professional printmakers and the standard of many of the examples reflects this - even experienced printmakers may find new ideas and techniques in this book.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By Gemma Lee
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Maybe it's just me, but on the basis of the reviews and the UK author I bought this book over others available and I'm disappointed with it's contents. It was originally published in the 1980's and whilst the I suspect the text has been updated the style of the book really doesn't appear modern. Plus points are the example of other artists work which is inspiring and the little hints and tips. Downsides is that the book doesn't include any projects or examples of how to apply the techniques and it's very wordy. Personally, a lot of the techniques were also not of interest to me. Sadly I think I may be selling this one on and buying something that I can interact with more.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Paola Ricci
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this book gives back exactly what you were expecting for: an introduction to printmaking. easy explanations -sometimes not as clear as I wished but that could be my problem with english- fun projects,many illustrations and some advanced technics. but most of all the illuminating discover that you can really use your imagination in any way possible with unexpected materials.a very good start for anyone who is approaching handmade printing.
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Inspiring
Great approach takes you from the simplest finger prints through to fineart printing in a most inspiring way. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cookey
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Usefull
University standard and highly recommend by them a reference book that will last long past graduation for many years after.
Published 3 months ago by Helen Hynes
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This book is ideal for a beginner like myself, looking for simple straightforward information about printmaking methods and new ideas. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Lisa Williams
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im happy enough with the purchase ,
maybe i was looking for something different
as im an art student .
maybe i was looking for something different
as im an art student .
Published 5 months ago by Michele Gaffney
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Grace
I wanted a book for printing for beginners with step by step advice on how to print at home. This book has some beautiful pictures of gorgeous professional prints, but only has... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Grace
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Fun to follow
Plenty of ideas for printing with different methods.
Got together with friends and had a go at different techniques. Great fun and experiments.
Excellent for beginners.
Got together with friends and had a go at different techniques. Great fun and experiments.
Excellent for beginners.
Published 18 months ago by BookwormNI
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No press? No problem!
Purchased as a reference book to help me to learn more about the art of printmaking without a press. I found this book to be interesting and informative. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Sandra L
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Lots of ideas
Delighted with the book, it gives a lot of ideas written in a language that beginners (like me) can understand.
Published 20 months ago by dingley
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Brilliant!
This is a great book for beginners and those who have been printing for a while. Simple ideas using straightforward techniques. Gave me a lot of ideas.
Published 23 months ago by skip
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Handmade Prints
The book is most useful, well written, well illustrated and great for setting you thinking in a new direction and adding to your printmaking repetoire. I warmly recommend it.
Published on 8 May 2011 by Elisabeth Bond
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