Introduction to Block Printing
Printing on fabric
A course by Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins , Printmaker and Surface Designer
Joined April 2022
Joined April 2022
About the video: Printing on fabric
Overview
“In this lesson we will prepare for printing on fabric. First, I'll show you the structure of my workplace in more detail and we'll talk about colors for printing on fabric. We then define the final arrangement of the motifs for the final project. ”
In this video lesson Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins addresses the topic: Printing on fabric, 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
“In the last lesson we carved the stamp for our final project and also made a first test print. In this lesson I will show you how to print on fabric how to do your final project prepare, i.e. how you can then implement your design idea and we will print the final project together. I have already set up a workplace here for fabric printing. That means I have two quasi-dedicated workspaces. On the one hand, the work area in which I roll up the ink, in which I will also apply the color to the stamps and then the print area. you may have noticed that I have more than just one stamp here, that w...”
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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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