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The Printmaking Bible, Revised Edition: The Complete Guide to Materials and Techniques
At over 400 pages and packed with 1000 full-color photos and illustrations, this is truly the category-defining book on the subject of printmaking.
Perfect for students and casual and professional artists, with lots of great reference information for print collectors as well, this is the ultimate guide to the ins and outs of every variety of printmaking practiced today.
In addition to in-depth step-by-step instructions, The Printmaking Bible features artist profiles that take you behind the scenes to show how professionals in the field create their work. You'll also find historical information on printmaking techniques, troubleshooting tips, and an extensive resource section. The revised edition includes new and original material, bringing it up to date with the latest methods and technologies utilized all over the world.
Far outpacing other printmaking books on the market, The Printmaking Bible is the ultimate volume for anyone interested or involved in this evergreen creative field.
BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER!: With 25% new and updated content, the revised edition of The Printmaking Bible more than delivers on the promise of the original—it exceeds it.
THE DEFINITIVE Featuring step-by-step instructions for a myriad of techniques, more than 1000 full-color images, and profiles and interviews with prominent printmakers, this volume is more comprehensive than any other on the subject. And the deluxe package and elevated design make it a gorgeous addition to your coffee table book collection, too!
AN ART BOOK FOR MODERN The arts and crafts renaissance is alive and well! Whether you're a regular at a printmaking studio, an avid collector of limited-edition prints, or considering enrolling in a class or a workshop, the new and improved edition of this uniquely comprehensive compendium will soon become your new best friend. Make room on your shelf because The Printmaking Bible is not to be missed.
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Perfect for students and casual and professional artists, with lots of great reference information for print collectors as well, this is the ultimate guide to the ins and outs of every variety of printmaking practiced today.
In addition to in-depth step-by-step instructions, The Printmaking Bible features artist profiles that take you behind the scenes to show how professionals in the field create their work. You'll also find historical information on printmaking techniques, troubleshooting tips, and an extensive resource section. The revised edition includes new and original material, bringing it up to date with the latest methods and technologies utilized all over the world.
Far outpacing other printmaking books on the market, The Printmaking Bible is the ultimate volume for anyone interested or involved in this evergreen creative field.
BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER!: With 25% new and updated content, the revised edition of The Printmaking Bible more than delivers on the promise of the original—it exceeds it.
THE DEFINITIVE Featuring step-by-step instructions for a myriad of techniques, more than 1000 full-color images, and profiles and interviews with prominent printmakers, this volume is more comprehensive than any other on the subject. And the deluxe package and elevated design make it a gorgeous addition to your coffee table book collection, too!
AN ART BOOK FOR MODERN The arts and crafts renaissance is alive and well! Whether you're a regular at a printmaking studio, an avid collector of limited-edition prints, or considering enrolling in a class or a workshop, the new and improved edition of this uniquely comprehensive compendium will soon become your new best friend. Make room on your shelf because The Printmaking Bible is not to be missed.
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First published September 1, 2008
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January 16, 2013
I had a tough time selecting my rating for this book. On the one hand, my librarian mind sees that it is an excellently designed and organized reference book. It provides a great overview of most printmaking techniques, a bit of background about the history of each, and occasional profiles of contemporary artists using them. It includes clear and useful step by step instructions with equally clear photographs. There is a great list of resources such as workshops and suppliers at the end and best of all, a thorough index (librarian pet peeve: why make a large, comprehensive book and then have no index to make it useful??).
From my perspective as an artist, though, this book left me disappointed. It could more accurately be entitled "The TOXIC Printmaking Bible". Though I admire the authors' dedication to traditional techniques, I think it would be nice if they would have even mentioned that less toxic, less expensive techniques have been developed to serve as an alternate to certain techniques. Novice readers who finish this book would be left totally unaware of safer advancements in the field. There are so many opportunities to use tools and materials that are cheaper and more accessible than the ones mentioned in this book. If you have access to a fully equipped print studio, then great, but many people do not. I understand that there is value to preserving traditional techniques, but I don't think it's the best way to make printmaking accessible to the uninitiated. An interesting and visually delightful read, but far from a "complete guide to materials and techniques".
From my perspective as an artist, though, this book left me disappointed. It could more accurately be entitled "The TOXIC Printmaking Bible". Though I admire the authors' dedication to traditional techniques, I think it would be nice if they would have even mentioned that less toxic, less expensive techniques have been developed to serve as an alternate to certain techniques. Novice readers who finish this book would be left totally unaware of safer advancements in the field. There are so many opportunities to use tools and materials that are cheaper and more accessible than the ones mentioned in this book. If you have access to a fully equipped print studio, then great, but many people do not. I understand that there is value to preserving traditional techniques, but I don't think it's the best way to make printmaking accessible to the uninitiated. An interesting and visually delightful read, but far from a "complete guide to materials and techniques".
March 24, 2009
Not only does this book describe tons of different printmaking processes with easy to follow color pictures and written instructions, but it also includes many examples of prints from contemporary printmakers along with short artist's statements from each. I like it a lot better as a reference than The Complete Printmaker.
December 10, 2010
A really great book shows us how everything is great and worth to die for
August 8, 2025
Packed with great info and inspiration.
March 11, 2014
It was a great introduction book for me. I skimmed through it and has many print methods, but my goal was to learn the methods of screen printing, and it really opened my eyes to the many ways this art could be done and the equipment needed to get started. it is by no means the end all and be all of printing instructions but none of these books really are, are they. it got me through the technical bits and pieces and now I can start to to really experiment without the stress of taking stabs in the dark and wondering what went wrong.
Great book for beginners but if you are experience you may also pick up some little tips along the way also.
Great book for beginners but if you are experience you may also pick up some little tips along the way also.
December 31, 2019
One of the few, easy-to-find printmaking books out there that discusses contemporary materials. Many books available at art stores about printmaking (particularly those that talk about etching) discuss chemicals and supplies that were easily available fifty years ago (usually when the books were first written) but are not today. This book has been an invaluable reference and guide. The examples of artwork throughout are also excellent.
December 10, 2010
Excellent resource for printmaking, complete with images of each process as well as completed examples.
March 28, 2012
this is a great refernce book. I havent read every page, but ive read a lot of it. you can pick it up and go by chapters. lots of great ideas and beautiful prints.
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