• Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
Linoleum Block Printing

Linoleum Block Printing

Paperback

PrintmakingPrintmaking & Stamping

ISBN10: 1025437977
ISBN13: 9781025437972
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 90
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.19 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Linoleum Block Printing is a comprehensive guide to the art and craft of creating prints using linoleum blocks. Written by renowned artist and educator Ernest W. Watson, this work serves as an essential resource for both beginners and experienced artists looking to master the intricacies of the medium. The text provides detailed instruction on every stage of the process, from initial design and carving techniques to ink application and the final printing phase.

Watson explores the unique qualities of linoleum as a printing surface, emphasizing its accessibility and the bold, graphic results it can achieve. The book covers practical aspects such as tool selection, sharpening, and color registration, while also offering aesthetic insights into composition and line work. By focusing on the creative potential of block printing, the work encourages readers to develop their own artistic voice through a tactile and rewarding craft. This guide remains a valuable reference for those interested in the history of printmaking and the enduring appeal of the linocut technique.

Also from

Watson, Ernest W.

Also in

Printmaking