Product Description

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.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #10353 in Books
• Published on: 2005-12-01
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

About the Author
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.

Customer Reviews

A fantastic introduction to printmaking without a press
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.

Excellent starting point
This is an excellent book, which offers plenty of techniques ideas and styles including examples of artist's work to illustrate the possibilities of printing. I used this for teaching inspiration for my year ten class. I initially borrowed this book from the library and it is now eagerly awaited from Father Xmas...

Buy it - it's worth every penny
If you only buy one book this year it should be this one. I am a beginner and its fantastic. The writer is British which is refreshing because so many books of this gendre are written by Americans and it is not always possible to get the things they suggest you use. I have lent the book to several friends who have all gone on to buy their own copy.