Introduction to Block Printing
Carving & Test Printing (Part 2)
A course by Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins , Printmaker and Surface Designer
Joined April 2022
Joined April 2022
About the video: Carving & Test Printing (Part 2)
Overview
“Next, we'll do a test print to identify areas in your carved stamp that you might want to touch up. Then I'll show you how to cut your stamp. ”
In this video lesson Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins addresses the topic: Carving & Test Printing (Part 2), 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
“Next I do the test print. I like to use an ink pad and just a piece of paper. That gives me the first impression what i need to change Of course you can too use renol ink, but simply means that if you are not on the same day or continue printing immediately afterwards, I often separate, carve and print, do it on separate days. So it just makes sense to me to quickly make the test print with a stamp pad. I'll get my ink pad and a piece of paper now. For that you can easily use normal printer paper or cheap index cards. First of all, before I apply the ink to the rubber stamp, I make sure I d...”
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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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