Keep printmaking simple

Soft block relief printing is a great way to get started with printmaking.

soft block relief print by Linda Germain

In the print above, I used black and white ink and 3 foam plates. I played with design elements like value, repetition and balance.

easy to make soft block printing plates

This printmaking process is good for folks who want to explore printmaking but do not have access to a press. It can be done very easily in your home studio.

One thing I have done with all the printing plates in the picture above is kept them all the same size so I can layer and combine them to make interesting larger prints.

soft block print by linda germain

If you would like to explore drawing, pressing and printing with soft block relief plates, then check out the details of the new online printmaking class that is starting soon. Read the information on the printmaking workshops page.

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2 thoughts on “Keep printmaking simple”

  1. Hi Linda,

    Just a quick note to let you know how much I enjoy your blogposts! I save them up and do a ‘binge reading’ so I get immersed in your beautiful world. So glad to see you have a Pinterest board about art studios/workshop ideas, I jumped over there and followed you! I’ve learn a ton from these posts and hope to take a workshop once I get settled in my new location. You have a clear and easy style of writing and creating that always give me inspiration and the desire to get busy!

  2. Are those prints put onto coffee coasters? If not, wonder how one could transfer to a coaster, or maybe it is a process of doing it on a paper, then modge podge-ing onto the coaster material. You got me thinking!!!

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