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The Printmakers' Bible

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Description

The Printmakers' Bible is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of printmaking, including processes, techniques and mixed-media possibilities. It covers everything you need to know, from traditional methods such as lithography, etching and mezzotint, to new experimental techniques such as digital, photoaluminium plates, collagraphs and CAD/CAM. The book also includes essential information on colour theory, designing and preparing prints, choosing paper, setting up a studio, health and safety, tools, equipment and chemicals, making this a must-have book that every printmaker and print studio should own.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Part One
Health and Safety
Ideas and Inspiration
Colour
Texture
Paper
Tools and Equipment
Solvents and Chemicals
Studio
Gallery

Part Two
Intaglio
Relief
Collagraph
Screenprinting
Lithography
Monoprinting
Computer Programs and Digital Prints
Gallery

Index
Glossary
Suppliers List

Product details

Published 06 Dec 2012
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 272
ISBN 9781408140673
Imprint Herbert Press
Illustrations 600 colour illus
Dimensions 246 x 189 mm
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

Author

Megan Fishpool

Megan Fishpool works at Artichoke Printmaking Stud…

Author

Colin Gale

Colin Gale is a well-known artist and printmaker a…

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