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Message 1
From: "Chris Bremmer"
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 08:32:42 -0600
Subject: [Baren 30173] Using a vertical hydraulic press
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Hello,

Has anyone ever used a vertical hydraulic press for printing wooducts?

I've found one for a little over $100 here in town and thought it
might work for the 8"x10" woodcuts I do.

Thanks,
Chris

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Message 2
From: "Robert Viana"
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 13:09:07 -0200
Subject: [Baren 30174] Re: Using a vertical hydraulic press
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I would like to see what that thing looks like! Have any pictures?
rob


> Has anyone ever used a vertical hydraulic press for printing wooducts?

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Message 3
From: "Chris Bremmer"
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 09:19:58 -0600
Subject: [Baren 30175] Re: Using a vertical hydraulic press
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Hi Rob,

It works on the same principle as this one:

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/NTELargeImageView?rfno=21029&storeId=6970

Chris

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Message 4
From: Myron Turner
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 09:31:11 -0600
Subject: [Baren 30176] Re: Using a vertical hydraulic press
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I'd have a few questions.

1. Can you control the pressure?
2. The surfaces applying the pressure appear to be very narrow. Can
you rig up some surfaces that will spread out the pressure evenly across
the block?

With a narrow surface and too much pressure and/or pressure that can't
be controlled, you risk splitting your block. Also, if you can't spread
the pressure evenly across the block, you won't get an even impression.


Myron

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Message 5
From: "Robert Viana"
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 13:39:48 -0200
Subject: [Baren 30177] competition
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hello,
Some of you out there might be interested in this. I submitted some of my works. If you get in, there is quite a bit of press and exposure.
cheers, Rob

The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition
Now open
http://www.Agora-Gallery.com/2006

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Message 6
From: "Chris Bremmer"
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 09:58:36 -0600
Subject: [Baren 30178] Re: Using a vertical hydraulic press
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Yeah, I agree Myron.... I'd have to make a bottom and top "bed" that
the prints sits between to even out the pressure.

Chris

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Message 7
From: Charles Morgan
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 07:58:55 -0800
Subject: [Baren 30179] Re: Using a vertical hydraulic press
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Hydraulic presses do work for printing woodblock, but they must be properly
set up. It is not difficult to build a simple press from an automotive
bottle jack. I have posted a simple design before. Myron, Chris, I have
sent both of you a photo of a more complex press ... the photo was sent to
me by a prof. at Queens University.

Cheers ..... Charles

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Message 8
From: "Matt Laine"
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 12:02:29 -0500
Subject: [Baren 30180] Re: Using a vertical hydraulic press
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Charles, can you post that design again? I would like to see it with the
thought of possibly making one.
Matt Laine
www.mattssculptureplus.blogspot.com

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Message 9
From: "Robert Viana"
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 19:05:26 -0200
Subject: [Baren 30181] barens - which to buy?
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hello,
I am using one of the $4 pla-barens from the mall and I want to get something better. I have been reviewing the feedback on the Baren forum site and elswhere but now would like some 'live people' opinions.
with cost not a factor, what do you folks recommend?
I would like something that can do pretty fine details yet accept a lot pressure. I use waterbased pigments.
My blocks are not very large and I don't plan on getting to big with them.
ball-bearing barens are up for consideration as well.
I would think something, medium in size. I have relatively large hands. Thanks, Rob

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Message 10
From: Charles Morgan
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 14:38:13 -0800
Subject: [Baren 30182] Re: Using a vertical hydraulic press
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Matt Laine wrote:
>Charles, can you post that design again? I would like to see it with the
>thought of possibly making one.

To avoid boring everyone, I have sent it to you privately.

Cheers .... Charles

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Message 11
From: cucamongie # aol.com
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:02:52 -0500
Subject: [Baren 30183] Southern Graphics Council?
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hey all, just wondering if any of you are going to the Southern Graphics Council conference in Madison this year? I'm currently juggling my various obligations and my pennies to see if I can go-

best wishes
Sarah

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Message 12
From: cucamongie # aol.com
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:25:33 -0500
Subject: [Baren 30184] woodblock class in Japan
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please excuse the double posting if you're on both lists, this email came my way, I don't know a thing about it though so please respond to the contact people at the bottom of the email if interested.
best, Sarah


Greetings! I am writing to let you know about a Japanese Woodblock Printmaking course that is being offered at the Japan Center for Michigan Universities (JCMU) in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, Japan this coming May. The course runs from May 7 - 23. For more details about this course, please see the JCMU website ..

Just as a quick background note...JCMU is a product of the sister-state relationship between the State of Michigan and Shiga Prefecture. It is located on the shore of Lake Biwa in the City of Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Its programs are dedicated to building relationships and fostering understanding between Japanese, Americans, and other nationalities through active learning and participation in language, culture, and society life.

The May Short Program is an opportunity for individuals interested in study abroad to get a taste of life in Japan while having the opportunity to earning college credit. The May Short Program also welcomes non-student particpants who have a personal or professional interest in the courses offered. Instruction is in English and no Japanese language study is required. The program dates are May 7 through May 23, 2006. Contact the JCMU office at Michigan State University or review the JCMU web site for details.

Thank you for your time and consideration,

Martin C. Stack, Educational Program Coordinator
Japan Center for Michigan Universities
110 International Academic Center, MSU
East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 355-4654 / (517) 353-8727 (FAX)
E-mail
JCMU Web Site
Please check-out the new JCMU Intranets.com Site -

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Message 13
From: FurryPressII # aol.com
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:49:25 EST
Subject: [Baren 30185] Southern Graphics Council?
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do you have more information on this? Is this Madison the one in Wis?

john c.

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Message 14
From: slinders # comcast.net
Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 17:42:49 -0600
Subject: [Baren 30186] Re: Southern Graphics Council?
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April 5-8

Sharen

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Message 15
From: Blog Manager
Date: 28 Feb 2006 04:55:08 -0000
Subject: [Baren 30187] Baren Member blogs: Update Notification
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This is an automatic update message being sent to [Baren] by the forum blog software.

The following new entries were found on the listed printmaker's websites during the past 24 hours. (13 sites checked, just before midnight Eastern time)

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Site Name: m.Lee Prints

Author: m.Lee
Item: Late Fall
http://mleeprints.blogspot.com/2006/02/late-fall.html

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Message 16
From: "Matt Laine"
Date: Tue, 28 Feb 2006 07:06:48 -0500
Subject: [Baren 30188] Re: Using a vertical hydraulic press
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Many thanks.
Matt
www.mattssculptureplus.blogspot.com

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