Perennially popular, printmaking is enjoying a contemporary resurgencebut no comprehensive up-to-date manual on the subject exists. At over 400 pages and packed with 1,000 full-color photos and illustrations, The Printmaking Bible is the definitive resource to the ins-and-outs of every variety of serious printmaking technique practiced today.In-depth instructions are accompanied by profiles that show how working artists create their prints. Historical information, troubleshooting tips, and an extensive resource section provide more invaluable tools. Perfect for students, artists, print aficionados, and collectors, this is truly the ultimate volume for anyone involved in this creative and influential art form.
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Ann d'Arcy Hughes is the founder and co-director of Brighton Independent Printmaking.
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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful
By Reader 1024
Format:Hardcover
One thing that should be noted about this book is that all illustrations are in color and the photographs explaining various process are well done and easy to see. However, this is not just a technical primer (although it excels in that respect)- many artist/printmakers are interviewed as well as given step-by-step treatments as to their process. Both _Complete Printmaker_ and _Printmaking: History and Process_ are great books, but are showing their age with outdated digital references and art that is very '70's. This book is a welcome contemporary addition.
It should also be noted that the authors are British, so some of the terminology will be different from the American vernacular (such as methylated spirits instead of denatured alcohol). Most (but not all) measurements are given in standard and metric.
It should also be noted that the authors are British, so some of the terminology will be different from the American vernacular (such as methylated spirits instead of denatured alcohol). Most (but not all) measurements are given in standard and metric.
29 of 31 people found the following review helpful
By Porgy
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book has some nice things going for it if you are a beginner printmaker. It explains a wide variety of printmaking techniques, features some examples of each type, and interviews with various printmakers.
On the other hand, despite what it says in the publisher's descriptive blurb, this book is in no way "perfect for artists " and in no way is it a "complete guide to materials and techniques". The steps given for various ways of making prints are very cursory. You would have to go beyond this book and find other sources to truly understand what each technique requires. The examples given are pretty but uninspiring, and the printmaker interviews, while being wonderful artists in their own right, are more like artists' statements about art and beauty, than discussions about particular methodology.
It would have been more honest for the publishers to describe the book as an introductory guide to materials and techniques for on that level the book is perfectly acceptable and would have given the buyer the ability to make an informed choice. However to call it a bible is totally misleading and irresponsible, purporting by the use of that word that this book presents a definitive presentation of techniques. It most definitely does not. For the serious printmaker, look elsewhere for enlightenment.
On the other hand, despite what it says in the publisher's descriptive blurb, this book is in no way "perfect for artists " and in no way is it a "complete guide to materials and techniques". The steps given for various ways of making prints are very cursory. You would have to go beyond this book and find other sources to truly understand what each technique requires. The examples given are pretty but uninspiring, and the printmaker interviews, while being wonderful artists in their own right, are more like artists' statements about art and beauty, than discussions about particular methodology.
It would have been more honest for the publishers to describe the book as an introductory guide to materials and techniques for on that level the book is perfectly acceptable and would have given the buyer the ability to make an informed choice. However to call it a bible is totally misleading and irresponsible, purporting by the use of that word that this book presents a definitive presentation of techniques. It most definitely does not. For the serious printmaker, look elsewhere for enlightenment.
17 of 20 people found the following review helpful
By A. Fox
Format:Hardcover
Really nice step by step sections, but with a fine art feel instead of an 'arts and crafts' feel. Practical with nice highlights of artists and a broad range of artists and mark-making styles. Of recently published printmaking books - one of the best.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful
I purchased this for my college daughter for Christmas. Favorite present for sure. She is taking printmaking in school and it has really been a nice addition for her to have.
Published 20 days ago by Ellen
2.0 out of 5 stars
Don't buy unless you are a beginner
This book is super brief and goes over basics. It's good for a beginning printmaker. But that's it. If your taking college level printmaking I would probably invest in a better... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kevin Welsh
1.0 out of 5 stars
Outdated & Hard to Read
This book's font (print size) is very small, which makes the book very difficult to read. The methods are somewhat outdated. Read more
Published 2 months ago by shelly
5.0 out of 5 stars
love
bought this book as a companion for a printmaking class. I don't know how I would have navigated the class without it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Nichole Pennybacker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Like seeing an artist demo
The descriptions of process are so well photographed and documented, it is the next best thing to having a teacher with you in person. Read more
Published 4 months ago by simplify
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great 'Shopping' List of different techniques
This isn't the book for in depth explanations and tricks on one particular technique but its a great resource if you are exploring different printmaking processes to try.
Published 4 months ago by lseay
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not sure what this is supposed to be.
I hoped to buy a book that provided me with a somewhat structured introduction to different techniques and with enough practical information to get me started. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Bjřrn Borud
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great reference book with beautiful images for inspiration
I bought this book because I had borrowed one from library and wanted one to keep. It is great reference and also has wonderful inspirational images from printmakers all over the... Read more
Published 21 months ago by yulia-goolia
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not what I expected... more fine art than craft.
I feel this book is far more fine art than craft. There are "how to" sections with pictures and descriptions for the different print making techniques, but the sample prints are... Read more
Published on February 21, 2011 by Mrs. Missy
5.0 out of 5 stars
useful, beautiful text for Beginning Printmaking
Terrific - great reference for my class. And well-made, hard-bound, and pleasant to look through.
Published on September 25, 2010 by Kimberly Kersey Asbury
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