Introduction to Block Printing
Social media
A course by Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins , Printmaker and Surface Designer
Joined April 2022
About the video: Social media
Overview
“In this lesson I'll tell you about my access to social media, which I enjoy. I'll give you a few tips on how you can make the use of social media even more varied for you and your followers. ”
In this video lesson Ali Baecker | 3 Dotted Penguins addresses the topic: Social media, 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 I showed you how to polish your cutters. And now I'm going to tell you about my experience with social media. I wouldn't be there where I am today, without social media. That's easy. I started stamp printing a few years ago out of pure desire and interest started my Instagram account 3 Dotted Penguins. Actually with the ulterior motive that me I have a little creative time for myself every week. Besides family and my job at the time. That means I wanted to do a 52 week project, where I carve something or try out other printing techniques every week. This quickly turned in...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Block Printing
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Category
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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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