Nature Imprinted

Introduction

What is linocutting?

Tools & equipment

Inks

Surfaces

Techniques
Demo project

Design & inspiration

PROJECTS:
No. 1: First Carves
No. 2: Plant Therapy
No. 3: A Study in Lino
No. 4: Getting Bolder
No. 5: It's All in the Details
No. 6: Let's Add colour
No. 7: My Walk Today
No. 8: More Blocks, Please
No. 9: Inspired by My Garden
No. 10: Mixing It Up!

Troubleshooting

Last word: taking it further

Templates

Index

About Jane Spink

Jane is a UK-based artist and printmaker. After gaining a degree in Textile Design from Central Saint Martins in the 1980s, Jane worked as a freelance textile and graphic designer for almost 20 years, followed by 16 years of teaching art in schools. Jane set up her own art/printmaking practice, Inky Dog Studio, in 2018. Within very little time, Jane's stunning work has generated a passionate following worldwide, with over 100,000 followers on Instagram alone.

Jane lives and works in the historic market town of Rayleigh, Essex, UK.

@inkydogstudio
www.inkydogstudio.com

Customer Review

This book is beautifully presented with lovely illustrations of Janes work.

One can clearly see Janes love for this art form. She reassures the reader that the technique she presents in this book is inexpensive, so anyone could start and enjoy this form of art.

I started reading this book back to front beginning at the Trouble shooting section hoping to save myself some most likely unavoidable mistakes. It is reassuring to see that even professionals make mistakes and that these can be rectified.

Then I had a look at the short introduction to what is linocut and its brief history; followed by very clear information on tools and equipment. The list of different cutting tools available and the exact sizes Jane used, is very helpful as potentially one only need three cutting tools to achieve all the projects in this book.

The idea of using other inks not just printing inks is also enlightening. As a seasoned crafter I already own some of the ink pads mentioned and could use what I already have to start with.

Jane also explains very simply different paper that could be used and effects one could achieve with them.

In the Techniques section, Jane encourages to try playing with the tools and engage in mark making to achieve different effects and develop own style. The Demo project takes the reader by the hand, showing step by step the basic process and techniques. This section is clearly illustrated and packed with tips. I particularly like the Advantages and disadvantages sections, as these could save a beginner from some potential pitfalls.

In the Design and inspiration section, Jane encourages the reader to use personal inspiration like photos and sketchbooks.

There are 10 projects for us to have a go at, all well explained and each build on previously used skills. I cant wait to have a go and start using my own ideas following Janes advice and guidance.

I have a couple other books on linocut but this one is just perfect for the beginner. It is not overloaded with information, giving enough guidance and info to have a successful go at this beautiful art form. It would make a perfect gift to anyone starting their journey in lino cutting or a reluctant printmaker wishing to take some inspiration from nature. A fantastic addition to anyones artistic library.