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The woodcut artist's handbook : techniques and tools for relief printmaking

Walker, George A. (George Alexander), 1960-2010
Book
This book provides the basics of this craft with a detailed analysis of its tools and media. This improved second edition features two new chapters that teach artists step-by-step how to make an engraving and linocut.
Edition:
2nd ed., updated and expanded.
Imprint:
Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books, 2010.
Collation:
183 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Previous ed.: 2005.Formerly CIP. UkIncludes bibliographical references (p. 165-167) and index.
Shelving notes:
23146 0000119285 1 17-04-2012 99 The Woodcut Artist's Handbook: Techniques and Tools for Relief Printmaking by Walker, George A. and Moser, BarryPrice: $27.40 You save:$21.05 (43%)discount RRP:$48.45Free delivery everywhere! Product description - Provides the basics of this craft nyctro 18-04-2012 7
Contents:
Selecting material for the block -- A good set of tools -- Creating woodcuts and engravings -- Papers and ink -- Printing -- The edition -- A step-by-step guide to making a wood engraving -- A step-by-step guide to making a linocut.
ISBN:
9781554076352 (pbk)1554076358 (pbk)
Dewey class:
761.2
LC class:
NE1225
Language:
English
BRN:
181173
LocationCollectionCall numberStatus/Desc
City Library-Art and CultureARTS 761.2 WALKAvailable
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