Xylography is a printing technique that uses carved blocks of wood to create images and text. It’s an ancient method of relief printing, where the raised surfaces of the block are inked and pressed onto paper. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Relief printing: The image is raised from the surface of the block. Wood blocks: … Read more
Lithography is a printing process where a design is drawn on a special stone or metal plate, and then ink is applied to create prints. It’s a technique that relies on the principle of oil and water repelling each other. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Uses a flat surface (stone or metal) for printing. Relies … Read more
Engraving is the process of creating designs or images by incising (cutting into) a hard material, typically metal or stone, using a sharp tool or etching techniques. It’s a subtractive art form, meaning material is removed to create the desired image, rather than adding material as in sculpting. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Incision: The … Read more
Etching is a printmaking process where a design is created on a metal plate (usually copper, zinc, or steel) by applying an acid-resistant material, then immersing the plate in acid, which eats away at the exposed areas, creating grooves that hold ink for printing. It’s a subtractive technique, meaning material is removed to create the … Read more