Introduction to Block Printing
Introduction to stamp carving
A course by Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins , Printmaker and Surface Designer
Joined April 2022
Joined April 2022
About the video: Introduction to stamp carving
Overview
“In this lesson I will introduce you to the world of stamp carving. We'll look at how our linocut knives are constructed and I'll show you the basics of stamp carving. ”
In this video lesson Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins addresses the topic: Introduction to stamp carving, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Block Printing. "Discover the art of block printing with this course. Learn the basics, design your own stamps, and create unique prints. ".
Partial transcription of the video
“After I showed you in the last lesson what you can do with stamp printing, In this lesson I will show you how to use the cutting knives. I have already shown you with the materials that there are different types of cutting knives, basically the beginner sets and the more professional tools. But what all cutting knives have in common, is that they have a handle and in front the tip that cuts. At the tip that cuts there are two forms, a V and a U, So two basic forms. With the more professional tools, each blade comes with a fixed shape, a fixed width, who can cut it. With the starter sets on ...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Block Printing
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Category
Craft -
Areas
Arts & Crafts, Engraving, Pattern Design, Printing, Textile Printing, Traditional illustration
Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins
A course by Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins
Meet Ali Bäcker, a self-taught printmaker who discovered her passion for block printing after a late-night encounter with a carving video. Her diverse background, combining engineering and a love for creative expression through photography, adds a unique dimension to her work. Ali's designs draw inspiration from nature's colors, lines, textures, and human-made structures, reflecting her fascination with patterns and geometric structures.
As the founder of 3 Dotted Penguins, Ali has built her studio around the art of stamp carving and block printing, offering original block prints, screen-printed textiles, and cards featuring her designs. Her commitment to creating eco-friendly products reflects her dedication to sustainability. Ali is not only an artist but also an enthusiastic teacher, offering online workshops and courses on block printing. She finds great joy in sharing her knowledge and inspiring other creatives to explore the endless possibilities of the art of printmaking. Her journey is one that encourages creativity and explores the meditative and addictive qualities of stamp carving and block printing.
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