Crowood Press - Paper Lithography
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- Explains gum arabic transfer without specialized equipment
- Uses photocopies as lithographic plates
- Hand-drawn and photographic image examples
- Works on multiple surface types
- Sketchbook, textile, and etching applications
- Clear step-by-step printing instructions
- 112 pages, 6.75x9.5 paperback format
Transform photocopies into prints using just gum arabic and everyday tools
This practical book explains how to use gum arabic to transfer a photocopied image without specialised equipment. It uses both hand-drawn and photographic images to show how paper lithography (or gum arabic transfer printing) is a quick and simple process that allows for creative experimentation on a range of surfaces. Packed with advice and ideas, it highlights this exciting, flexible and creative technique for artists and makers. Contains clear, detailed instructions to printing a lithographic transfer using a humble photocopy as a plate. Advice on how to incorporate the process as part of sketchbook, textile and etching practice, Ideas for more advanced multimedia applications and inspirational finished examples. Also includes tips for coping with common problems and warnings of pitfalls to be avoided. Author: Sue Brown 112pp., 6.75x9.5 paperback ISBN: 9780719842054
