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Message 1
From: Lynita Shimizu
Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:50:07 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39790] Re: planning prints
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Andrew,

When doing reduction prints, I trace all the outlines onto the block
with tracing paper and carbon paper at one time, before any carving.
The papers are taped onto the block so there is no movement. I'll
then take a permanent marker pen (Sharpie) and retrace the outlines
directly on the wood. Sometimes I will use different colors to
indicate the different reductions so I don't get too confused. The
marker pen outlines remain clear and don't appear on the final print.

Good luck!

Lynita


Lynita Shimizu, CT
http://shimizuwoodcuts.com/

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Message 2
From: Andy English
Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:53:53 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39791] Re: Help Identifying 1920s Woodcut Artist?
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I have seen these illustrations attributed to one Alan Bold who does not seem to appear in my extensive collection of books about wood engraving and illustration. I am not convinced and think it likely that it is a pseudonym. They are wonderful illustrations.

Andy

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Message 3
From: Robert Arnold
Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:37:53 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39792] Re: New Baren Digest (HTML) V48 #4974 (Sep 25, 2009)
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I am looking for some recommendations on paper. I am working with woodcuts,
linocut and photo-polymer plate relief printing. I am looking for a paper
that is available in rolls, something that is good quality but inexpensive
since I am doing a lot of experimenting and will be getting rid of most of
the prints but occasionally I do get a keeper. I will be printing by hand
and with a Conrad etching press so it needs to be able to accept both
methods. I am using several types of ink and I prefer printing with dry
paper. Any recommendations are appreciated.
Thanks, Robert

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Message 4
From: Le Green
Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:23:38 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39793] RE: New Baren Digest (Text) V48 #4971 (Sep 23, 2009)
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It is being moved to 2011. San Antonio is having an Asian Arts and Culture year in 2011.



My mom just had surgery while out of town, I have only a couple of minutes here on internet, will get back to you in a couple of days.



Thanks

Le

San Antonio TX

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Message 5
From: Bobbi Chukran
Date: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:48:00 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39794] OK, so I got the Akua inks, but....
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...I have to say that so far, I'm a bit boggled at how these are
going to be OK for my lino block prints.

Out of the jar, the intaglio ink (which it was recommended I use on
these) was very runny, and I knew that wasn't going to work well. I
tried it on a block anyway, and sure enough it was too thin...almost
like liquid pen ink.

I added a bit of the transparent base, which was like crystallized
honey, and it took a long time to get them mixed well. Even after I
did, it was like I had blobs of ink on the brayer, no matter how well
I mixed or rolled. It definitely has a different feel, sound and
texture.

I did manage to pull a few test prints, but I'm not liking the way
they're looking so far.

I'm curious how long it will take these to dry, so I can test my
hand-coloring over them. If they don't smear like other WB inks, I
might make do and use them.

I really wanted to like these, honest I did, but maybe it's going to
take a looooong learning curve after getting used to other WB inks
(Graphic Chemical and Speedball).

Thanks!

bobbi c.
grackle stew studio

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Message 6
From: Bobbi Chukran
Date: Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:15:13 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39795] Re: New Baren Digest (HTML) V48 #4974 (Sep 25, 2009)
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Robert,

I found a roll of rice paper at Michael's Arts and Crafts store that
prints well. It was with all the Japanese painting supplies and
inks. I've never used it wet.

FWIW!

bobbi c.


>I am looking for some recommendations on paper. I am working with
>woodcuts, linocut and photo-polymer plate relief printing. I am
>looking for a paper that is available in rolls, something that is
>good quality but inexpensive since I am doing a lot of experimenting
..>>>

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Message 7
From: Amanda Miller
Date: Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:15:31 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39796] Re: OK, so I got the Akua inks, but....
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Bobbi,
Do you know if you got the new formula of Akua Intaglio? The first batch of
Akua Intaglio I used was runny, like you described, but the replacement jars
I've bought are the new formula and the ink is not runny at all. It's sort
of buttery. It's possible that some suppliers still have the old formula.
Akua Intaglio can take a long time to dry. Sandwich it between blotters
and/or newsprint because it dries by absorption.
Amanda

--
Amanda Gordon Miller
www.AmandaGordonMiller.com
EdamamePress.etsy.com

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Message 8
From: Kris Wiltse
Date: Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:26:58 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39797] Re: OK, so I got the Akua inks, but....
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Bobbi,

Yes, some of my Akua intaglio inks are quite runny too. I didn't know
about the new formula. It explains why some are buttery. I like to
work very transparent so Akua work well for me. Hope you can make
peace with them.


Kris

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Message 9
From: Bobbi Chukran
Date: Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:42:11 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39798] Re: OK, so I got the Akua inks, but....
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Hi Amanda,

I hope it was the new formula; I got it directly from
waterbasedinks.com. This definitely is not buttery...far from it.

Long time? Oh dear. OK, I'll try blotting it.

Thanks!

bobbi c.

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Message 10
From: Bobbi Chukran
Date: Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:43:55 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39799] Re: OK, so I got the Akua inks, but....
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>Bobbi,
>
>Yes, some of my Akua intaglio inks are quite runny too. I didn't
>know about the new formula. It explains why some are buttery. I like
>to work very transparent so Akua work well for me. Hope you can make
>peace with them.
>

Hi Kris,

Hmmm....well, if I'd gotten colors other than black and brown, I'd
use them painted on. But I specifically got these so I could print,
then do hand-painting later.

I'll work with them, but they definitely aren't buttery....it's very
runny, not like water, but almost.

bobbi cc.

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Message 11
From: Kris Wiltse
Date: Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:49:55 GMT
Subject: [Baren 39800] Re: OK, so I got the Akua inks, but....
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Bobbi,

Are they rolling out okay? All my akua intaglio inks roll out fine
regardless of how runny they are. What is your transparent base
called? Extender or tack thickener? I don't think akua has a product
called 'transparent base'. Also it shouldn't be crystalized. I found
the tack thickener needs allot of mixing. A LOT of mixing.

Kris

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