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Block Printing Basics Jenn Noinaj 06.16.2012

Block Printing Basics

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Block printing is a technique in printmaking in which an image is carved into the surface of a block. Typically the block material is rubber, wood, or linoleum. This powerpoint will go over the basics of creating block prints which include selecting the tools and materials, cutting the block, inking, and printing. We will briefly explore relief prints (images displaying the use of positive / negative space) for inspiration.

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Block Printing

Basics

Jenn Noinaj06.16.2012

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About Me

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Agenda

• Background• Examples / Relief Prints• Tools• Print Design• Cutting• Inking• Printing• Let’s try it!

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Printmaking

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Rubber

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Woodcut

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LINOCUT

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The Great Wave off Kanagawa (神奈川沖浪裏 ) by Hokusai

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Picasso

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Matisse

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Relief Prints

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Examples

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Tools

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Print Design

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Carving

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COLOR

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Inking

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Printing

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Greeting Cards

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Fabrics

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