This work is 1 in a series of 6 prints. July, 2011
This print was created using a linoleum block. Key information on using the block:
· Positive space – the area that remains after the carving process.
· Negative space – the area cut away and the areas that are not exposed
· Relief- the area where printing ink is applied to the areas left standing after carving
· Linoleum block – a composite of hardened linseed oil, ground up cork and other materials
· The Print- an imprint of the design. 1
This is the plate used to create both images (above and below). It is 9 x 9 inches.
I enjoyed using this color for this series. When I was in the print studio, I stared at the block for about an hour before I decided to go with theis very daring color but I was happy with the result and printed a series of 20.
1. Banister, Manly, Prints from Linoblocks and Woodcuts, Sterling Publishing Company, Inc, New York, NY, Page 7
