A comprehensive reference guide to a wide range of printmaking techniques.

"In this practical handbook, Paul Croft offers a comprehensive approach to the many aspects of lithography. Through simplified steps the information is presented in a logical and meaningful manner. This lavishly illustrated guide is also teeming with examples of prints from an international group of artists, showing the beautiful work that is being produced around the world today."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Practical Mixed-Media Printmaking is an essential introduction to printmaking using a wide range of low-cost materials. This practical guide includes easy-to-follow instructions, hints and tips on all of the main printmaking techniques, as well as over 90 examples of works by contemporary printmakers and 19 profiles explaining the artists' methods and inspiration. Mixed-media printmaking allows vast freedom for experimentation and armed with the knowledge inside this book it is possible to adapt and refine the basic techniques to suit your own projects. This beautiful book will be an inspiration for printmakers at all levels.

This Printmaking Handbook is a companion volume to Paul Croft's previous book, Stone Lithography. The author guides the reader through all aspects of plate lithography with step-by-step instructions accompanied by clear, colour photographs. The author also includes amazing work by well-known practitioners from around the world. This beautifully illustrated, yet practical guide, is essential for all those interested in lithography.

"The work is the result of long experience both in the workshop and the technical classroom, and the author has sought to make it comprehensive, thoroughly up-to-date, and, above all, practical." -preface.