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The woodcut artist's handbook
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- Book Synopsis
- "An indispensable guide for those who make art out of the contrast between light and dark. And, it's a sheer pleasure for everyone else, thanks to its many wonderful illustrations." -- Artsforum "Walker's instruction is so clear and well organized that this handbook is perfect for the beginner." -- American Artist The history of woodcuts goes back more than a thousand years. Working carefully and with great precision, the woodcut artist carves a mirror image of a design on wood or other suitable material. The design is then inked and pressed against paper. The technique allows the artist to create an almost unlimited number of impressions of the same work. The precision of the work and the ability of the artist to create multiple impressions allow many fine woodcut artists to create pieces at a reasonable price, which an average collector can afford. The Woodcut Artist's Handbook provides the basics of this craft with a detailed analysis of its tools and media. This improved second edition features two new chapters that teach artists step by step how to make an engraving and linocut. Artists can improve and develop considerable skill in this art by following these instructions and the author's professional tips. Beginners and advanced woodcutters and collectors will gain a deeper understanding of and appreciation for this craft and art. This profusely illustrated book is ideal for artists, printmakers, designers and collectors.
- About The Author
- George A Walker is an award-winning wood engraver, book artist, teacher, author and illustrator who has been creating artwork and books and publishing at his private press since 1984 Walker's popular courses in book arts and printmaking at OCAD University in Toronto, where he is Associate Professor, have been running continuously since 1985 For over 40 years Walker has exhibited his wood engravings and limited-edition books internationally He has illustrated two hand-printed books written by Neil Gaiman and is also the illustrator of the first Canadian editions of Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures In Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass He was elected to the Royal Canadian Academy of Art for his contribution to the cultural area of Book Arts He lives and works in Toronto
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781554076352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Firefly Books, (25 October 2010)
- Number of Pages
- 184
- Weight
- 531 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 241 x 159 x 16 mm
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