A look into the history of lithography in printmaking isn’t just a history of progress with art rather there were extensive advancements in technology as well. Think of a time when an artist had only woodblock printing or metal plate engraving, it was troublesome to say the least. Now, there existed a new technique that…
There has been a time, surely, when you chanced upon a piece of art and felt a deeper connection with it. For me, the moment came in a sun-soaked modest studio resting in the cores of a vivid art community. A small painting multi-layered printing was being demonstrated by an artist, and instantly, I was…
Printmaking is a fascinating art form that brings together the concepts of painting and drawing while involving an action. Art of mold insertion, tool etching, and stone art which has earned its purpose over the years, each holding history for the other, further, as I look back to how I started, I sympathize with ancestors…
Hello, global art lovers! Let me introduce you to a newly found fascinating world of drypoint etching, a printmaking technique that is as beautiful if not highly rewarding to learn in my opinion. Drypoint is a technique/ process by which you create a scratch on a piece of artwork that feels and gives off a…
Printmaking is that fascinating art form wherein creativity merges with communication. It’s more than creating images, inasmuch as it involves story-telling, message-passing and interaction via art. An artist’s delicate etchings and screen prints are more than meets the eye, there’s a story behind them that is conceptualized into their art form. On the other hand;…
Hi! I’m Elena Martinez and today’s topic is very close to my heart: The revival of antique print making techniques. This amazing revival has not only attracted artists but also art lovers, collectors and those who are fond of beauty and handiwork. Print making is more than a mere technique, it is a complex of…
Nowadays when we think about screen printing, we think about gorgeous vibrant t-Shirts, stunning posters prints and one of a kind wall art. But did you know that the development of this technique is indicative of some larger shifts in art, technology, and industry? It is intriguing to think about how this procedure which began…
Picking out paper for printmaking is not only the most thrilling decision for an artist but can prove to be a game changer. Standing in front of an easel with a paper of your choice determines your final piece, the vibrant colors and creativity can either make or break your vision. The vision i had…