The Art of Block Printing

Description

The Art of Block Printing The art of block printing is centuries old, and remains popular with today s artists and craftspeople. In this video you will learn the art and techniques of creating and producing your very own block prints. This clear and informative program addresses the various aspects of block printing including: *Materials and tools *Creating your design *Carving your printing block *Producing one-color prints *Producing multi-color prints *Proper color registration *Block cutting safety *Creating and numbering an edition *Samples of various techniques *And much more Also included is a Special Features section with a gallery of block printing samples from professional artists and diagrams for making your own bench hook and registration jig. The diagrams plus a materials and tools list are also available in PDF versions, and can be downloaded from the DVD disk. Larry Withers communicates the processes and techniques of block printing in a clear, thorough style in the comprehensive video. The videography is sharp and pleasant to watch. The lively presentation is further enhanced with good graphic illustrations and some useful captions. Basic material, for beginners, is easily understood and teachers of younger students will value the movie for its careful, step-by-step information. The emphasis on safety is extremely helpful to all educators. Withers even refers to and demonstrates rainbow prints, overlapping prints and the numbering of editions. High school and college-level students will be inspired by the registered, multicolored project that is included. Use the menu buttons to view segments of the video itself or the gallery of block prints by many well-known artists. Download and print out special features such as examples, diagrams and a tools and materials list. --Arts and Activities Hosted by expert fi ne arts instructor Larry Withers, The Art of Block Printing is a DVD how-to guide to partaking in the centuries-old art of block printing. From the necessary materials and tools, to creating one s design, carving a printing block, producing one-color or two-color printing, to appropriate color registration, safety tips for block cutting, and introduction to various techniques, and much more, The Art of Block Printing walk viewers of all backgrounds and skill levels through the process. A back-cover checklist of the inexpensive tools one needs to get started round out this user-friendly teaching guide, enthusiastically recommended for anyone intrigued to dabble in this art form to created distinctive artworks, handmade cards, or other beautiful projects. --Midwest Book Review