Here’s a mini documentary made by Jim Haverkamp of me working on Devil #1.
New Printmaking Book
The second edition of my printmaking book (coauthored with Beth Grabowski) is now available. Its published by Laurence King, London. You can also find it on Amazon and other major online book sellers.
SPEEDBALL PRO RELIEF INK!
If you want a super reliable, very rich black ink try Speedball's SUPERGRAPHIC BLACK by Bill Fick. It's oil-based but cleans up with soap and water!
I Luv Linoleum
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February 8, 2011 at 1:42 pm
Bill Fick at Work « PRINTERESTING
[…] Fick at Work Posted by RL Tillman on February 8th, 2011 | Leave a comment Bill Fick posted this sweet little video to his blog. Check out his linocut technique: […]
February 8, 2011 at 3:23 pm
JP
It’s like slow, quiet, print p0rn.
February 8, 2011 at 8:03 pm
Curtis
What type of paper are you gluing to the lino? I havent seen this done before but want to give it a try. Maybe I should order your book 🙂
February 8, 2011 at 8:10 pm
cockeyedpress
I don’t glue paper to the lino – just apply a thin coat of gesso – helps to give more tooth to the surface and allows for better adhesion when drawing with India ink.
February 9, 2011 at 4:40 am
Eric
I love the process of linocuts. The quality of the end-result never seems to match the labor involved, so I only do it once in a while. But maybe that’s because I don’t have a press. This video is inspiring.
February 10, 2011 at 11:06 am
sonja
oh my goodness, this video is great for teaching students. I added your book to my amazon wishlist, but hope to be able to show this to students whenever I get a job teaching. Thank you!
February 11, 2011 at 3:43 pm
Jesse
Lovely video. Perfectly captured the moment when the ink is rolled out just right, and the sound it makes changes to a hiss. Loved the sense of slow systematic work. Have to go and print something right now.
February 14, 2011 at 7:56 am
billy joe
Ahhh! I just started lino cutting a few short weeks ago and am madly in love with it! I found your video to be deeply inspiring! Thank you for sharing.
February 27, 2011 at 3:05 am
Lori
Thanks for the video, good overview of the process for the beginner. I’ve carved a few stamps and want to move on to linoleum. I see you recommend Battleship grey but which is better- mounted or unmounted linoleum. What is the difference. Do you ever use mounted blocks for your prints?
March 1, 2011 at 6:55 pm
cockeyedpress
If you’re using an etching press unmounted lino is best. Mounted is generally type high and used for letterpress work – but use what ever is comfortable. Store bought mounted lino is usually sold in smaller sizes. I rarely use mounted lino.
March 8, 2011 at 6:42 pm
dzeny
Very cool Bill! Looking forward to seeing you next week.
September 2, 2011 at 4:13 pm
Gustavo Mora
Hello Bill, I am Gustavo Mora from Mexico, I’am a printmaker and painter.
I like your prints and your video Anatomy of a linocut, I’d like to publish it in my account of facebook, if you accept.
Greetings!!
September 2, 2011 at 5:10 pm
cockeyedpress
Hi Gustavo, good to hear from you. Yes feel free to publish it on your facebook.
September 4, 2011 at 5:38 am
Gustavo Mora
Thanks! greetings!
January 20, 2012 at 5:07 am
Joanne Wild
One of my students really loved your video, thanks.
September 21, 2012 at 1:32 pm
Pat Lindley
what kind of paper is used in this video? a common problem for beginners is getting large white areas (carved) to remain white – any advice?
September 21, 2012 at 1:43 pm
cockeyedpress
I find that its not about the paper (I use all kinds) but rather about the inking. Avoid getting ink in the carved-out areas. Use a rag/paper towel to clean out any ink that gets in those areas.