Choosing Printmaking Paper for Drypoint Printing(Post)
Drypoint printing has a soft but bold quality coming from the way the burr holds ink and leaves a raised, velvety line on printmaking paper. It is one of the more delicate intaglio techniques, and pa ...
Relief Printing Paper Prep: How Dampening Affects Ink Transfer and Detail(Post)
Unlock Sharper Relief Prints with Better Paper Prep
Relief printing can feel very unforgiving. You carve carefully, roll out smooth ink, print with care, then lift the paper and see patchy blacks, fu ...
Choosing Relief Printmaking Paper: Weight, Sizing, and Damping Tests(Post)
Get Sharper Relief Prints by Dialling in Your Paper Choice
Paper choice has a bigger impact on relief printing than many people expect. The same carved block can look flat and patchy on one sheet, th ...
How Printmaking Equipment Affects Line Sharpness(Post)
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 cris ...
What to Know About Buying Printmaking Supplies in Bendigo(Post)
In and around Bendigo, printmaking has found its place in sheds, classrooms, and shared studio spaces. When stocking up for a cold-season session, many artists look close to home for their materials.
Why Printmaking Ink Reacts Differently on Cotton vs Wood Pulp Papers(Post)
Printmaking ink can act quite differently depending on the paper used. This becomes especially clear when comparing cotton-based sheets to ones made from wood pulp. The way the ink behaves, how it si ...
Where to Start When Picking Linocut Supplies for Beginners(Post)
Linocut printing is a hands-on and satisfying printmaking process that many beginners find welcoming. At first glance, the number of tools and materials might feel like a lot. But with the right lino ...
What Makes Etching Ink Behave Differently on Aluminium Plates(Post)
If you've worked with aluminium plates for etching, you've probably noticed that the ink can behave differently to the way it does on copper or zinc. It can feel unpredictable at times, especially wh ...
Paper Sizing - what is it all about?(Post)
Sizing in papermaking is a crucial process that influences the paper's performance and characteristics. It involves treating the paper fibres with a variety of substances to control the paper's ...
Steps to Prepare Aluminium Plates for Consistent Etching Results(Post)
Aluminium etching is a familiar process in printmaking circles, but like most hands-on work, the small steps can make the biggest difference. If a plate isn’t prepped the right way, you are bou ...
Simple Ways to Start an Art Journal Book(Post)
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 ...
Does Online Art Supply Shipping Affect Paper Quality?(Post)
Buying art supplies online is convenient, especially when you are not right next to a specialist shop. But when your order includes delicate materials like printmaking or watercolour paper, it is fai ...
Understanding the Role of Tooth in Art Journal Paper(Post)
When picking a new art journal book, most of us think about the cover, size, or how thick the pages are. But there’s something else hiding in plain sight that makes a big difference to how your ...