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How to Make Linoleum Blocks
Paperback
Graphic DesignPrintmakingPrintmaking & Stamping
ISBN13: 9781025722092
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 68
Weight: 0.24
Height: 0.14 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
How to Make Linoleum Blocks by Curtiss Sprague is a practical and accessible guide to the art of linoleum block printing, a versatile medium popular in both professional graphic arts and educational settings. This instructional work provides a comprehensive overview of the tools, materials, and techniques required to master the craft of relief printing. Readers are led through the entire creative process, from the initial design and transfer of images onto the block to the precise methods of cutting, inking, and printing.
Sprague emphasizes clarity and simplicity, making the book an ideal resource for students, hobbyists, and artists looking to explore a new medium. The text covers essential topics such as selecting the right linoleum, handling cutting tools safely, and achieving professional results with manual printing techniques. By highlighting the aesthetic possibilities of the block print, the author demonstrates how this affordable and expressive art form can be used for everything from personal greeting cards to sophisticated illustrations.
As a foundational text in the field of printmaking, How to Make Linoleum Blocks remains a valuable reference for anyone interested in the technical aspects of graphic arts and the enduring appeal of handmade prints.
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