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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Woodblock printing is an ancient art form, which produces beautiful, subtle and lively pieces with just a few simple materials. This book introduces the art, and shares technical information and ideas for those with more experience. A wide range of exciting examples of printed woodcuts are shown along with advice on materials and tools, and a step-by-step guide to sharpening. Techniques to achieve quality prints and perfect registration are covered too. Drawing on the vibrant living traditions from China and Japan, it is both a technical guide and in inspiration"--Publisher's description.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Learn about the art of woodblock printing and how to make your own pieces in this </b><b>beautifully </b><b>illustrated guide</b> <p/>Woodblock printing is an ancient art form, which produces beautiful, subtle, and lively pieces with just a few simple materials. This book introduces the art, and shares technical information and ideas for those with more experience. Drawing on the vibrant living traditions from China and Japan, it is both a technical guide and an inspiration. Included is a wide range of exciting examples of printed woodcuts, along with advice on materials and tools, and a step-by-step guide to sharpening. Read up on techniques used to achieve quality prints and perfect registration. Finally, there is a description of editioning conventions.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Merlyn Chesterman </b>and <b>Rod Nelson </b>are both printmakers with long experience of the art and craft, and have exhibited their work internationally. Merlyn is on the council of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers.

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