Wood Engraving is a straightforward method of relief printmaking, whereby designs are drawn on to a hard wood such as boxwood. Areas of the design that are to remain white are then cut below the surface and the block is then rolled up with an oil-based printing ink, pressure applied and prints taken. Traditionally black ink is used, but it is possible to use coloured inks. Linocutting employs similar techniques, the end results are often bolder and more robust.
- ISBN13 9781861269980
- Publish Date 3 June 2008
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 16 January 2023
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 160
- Language English
- URL http://Art-Printmaking