Linocut printing

Linocut Printing



What a joy to discover something new, unique and beautiful in my craft skills.  Only a beginner at present but I'm loving what I have discovered so far.  Linocut printing.  Draw the design onto the Lino block, then cut away the negative space with the special tool, a sharp gouger which has different heads for different thicknesses.

I enjoyed designing this bee and was delighted when it printed out so beautifully. 

I must admit it took a couple of sessions to complete as it can be tiring on the hand and this was quite a large design.  But it was well worth it and I was very pleased with the result.

I hope you like it too.  If you’re considering trying it out for yourself, go ahead, you won’t regret it!

Best wishes

Shari



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