How to Start Linocut Printmaking | Block Printing for Beginners | My Favorite Print Supplies & Kits

We're taking a closer look at some of the best value linocut printmaking and block printing supplies available for beginners that won't break the bank. These are the supplies I used to get started a little less than three years ago, and the same things I recommend to all aspiring printmakers!

We'll break down kits, paper, simple image transfers, basic carving techniques, and some handy extras that can make your life easier when starting your printmaking journey, even when you're on a tight budget. You'll be printing up your own masterpieces in no time!

After we cover supplies, I'll demonstrate a full linocut print from rough sketch to final print using the Speedball Deluxe Block Printing Kit, and include some helpful tips along the way. Check out the links below to grab what you need to get started👇🏻 And don't forget to comment any questions you come up with while watching!

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🔗 Speedball Super Value Block Printing Kit: https://amzn.to/3MDUL80
🔗 Speedball Deluxe Block Printing Kit: https://amzn.to/3UMeVix

🔗 Strathmore Printmaking Paper Pad: https://amzn.to/3MEw3V7
🔗 Legion Stonehenge Printmaking Paper Pad: https://amzn.to/3oblCy1
🔗 Mulberry Paper Stock Variety Pack: https://amzn.to/3MFqLJ5
🔗 Strathmore Tracing Paper: https://amzn.to/41nKAZz

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🔗 Flexcut SlipStrop Tool Sharpening Block: https://amzn.to/3UvFh7Y

🔗 Battleship Gray Linoleum from Blick: https://bit.ly/3zwhMSC

🔗 My Current Linoleum Prep and Image Transfer Tutorial:
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Video Contents:
0:00 My Journey with Linocut Printmaking
1:42 Unboxing Blockprinting Kits
4:57 My Favorite Paper for Beginners
6:15 Additional Helpful Supplies
9:02 Making a Print
10:54 Sketching a Design
12:13 Tracing Paper Transfer Method
13:44 Fine Line Carving
16:47 Large Section Carving
19:04 Inking & Printing
20:20 Final Print Reveal
20:36 Recap

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