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Sharp lines make all the difference in printmaking. Whether it’s drypoint, etching or a linocut that relies on fine detail, the clarity of each pulled line can decide whether a print feels crisp or a little off. And that often doesn’t come down to technique alone. The type of printmaking equipment used has a real effect on how lines behave under pressure. From the press to the paper, each tool we choose matters. We’ve worked wit...

Starting an art journal book is one of the simplest ways to stay close to your materials without pressure. It does not need a plan or polished ideas, only a spot to test what a colour does, how your brush works, or how paper reacts when spring’s air turns humid. Whether you paint, print, sketch, or want to record a mix that finally clicked, a small journal can hold much more than you expect. Think of it as a working log for process, pigment...

As spring rolls into Central Victoria, many artists in Bendigo find themselves refreshing their routines and reaching for familiar tools with renewed purpose. For those working with ink, having the right materials can make a noticeable difference.  The shift in temperature and light this time of year often encourages larger, more layered work, whether that means detailed illustration or calligraphy with expressive flow. But it is not just th...