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A complete A-Z reference guide to linocut and relief printmaking terminology. Covers tools (baren, gouge, brayer), techniques (reduction linocut, registration, ghost print), concepts (edition, matrix, viscosity), and paper types - with links to the tools you need.

Making your own block print stamp is easier than you think — all you need is a piece of linoleum or a rubber carving block, a set of gouges, and some ink. This guide covers every step: choosing your material, designing and carving the stamp, inking it correctly, and printing by hand or with a press for consistent results.

The type of linocut ink you choose determines the sharpness of your impression, the depth of your colour, how long you have to work before the ink dries, and how easy clean-up will be at the end of the session.

Relief printing by pin roller is a practical alternative to using classic brayers and block printing presses for studio & professional printmaking.

To woodcut, or to linocut? Let’s explore the medium of woodcut printmaking, covering some history, techniques, and popular tools of the craft.

Let’s talk about the hand printing baren, from Japanese block printing barens to artisan-crafted wooden barens and glass barens.

Discover how to choose a linocut press for printmaking, from sizes to designs, and features ideal for different artists.