Resources
I created this page to share printmaking information and learn together. If you have any comments or questions feel free to share them at the bottom of any article!
Why Am I Sharing This?
I’ve always found the printmaking community very generous when it comes to sharing knowledge and giving advice. Maybe it’s something about the inherently collaborative…
Books on Wood Engraving - Printmaking
Here are my most used books for when I need printmaking inspiration and instruction…
Where I Buy my Printmaking Supplies - Online Retailers
I buy almost all of my art supplies online now. Here are my most used sites…
What Wood to Use for Wood Engraving Printing
The end grain blocks should have an even hardness all the way through, and be of a dense wood with a completely flat and smooth finish on the side you will
The Best Linocut Tools
Here are the tools I use for linocut printmaking. Some of my favourites, what I like and dislike about each, and what I recommend for beginners…
The Best Inks for Relief Printing
I recommend staying away from any water-based inks. These are recommended a lot to beginners but I find they dry out so quickly and are impossible to get a good print with. Try a…
Wood Engraving vs. Woodcut
Wood engraving and woodcut printing are similar as they are both types of relief printmaking but they require different tools and processes…
What’s the Best Paper for Relief Printmaking?
I find this paper works well when I’m printing with a press, and I usually dampen it with a damp pack before printing. There is also a textured version of this Somerset paper which is…
Wood Engraving Tools for Printmaking
Here are the tools I use for wood engraving. They are specifically designed for hard surfaces like dense end-grain wood and metal. My most used are…