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Speedball Block Printing: A Guide to Inking with Kate Tucker

Speedball Block Printing: A Guide to Inking with Kate Tucker

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Inking a block can be the trickiest part of the block printing process, and this demo is all about ink. Join Kate Tucker for an immersive session to explore the nuances of Speedball Pro ink and Fabric Blockprinting ink, focusing on how to choose the right medium for your specific project.

Throughout the demo, you will learn how to roll ink to the correct thickness for printing on various materials, from paper to fabric, and discover practical techniques for identifying and correcting common inking issues. Kate will be available to answer your questions and help you feel confident as you tackle your next relief printmaking project.

Materials

Speedball Speedy Carve Kit

Speedball Lino Cutters

Speedball Professional Relief Ink

Printmaking Paper

Speedball Block & Relief Inks for Fabric 75ml

Fabric 

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Kate Tucker

Kate Tucker is a former scientist turned block printer. She has been hand carving and printing from her studio on the Louisiana bayou since 2017. Her work focuses on the strange wonder of the natural world, inspired by a unique blend of folklore and ecology. Kate uses a range of materials and block-printing techniques and... Read more
Kate Tucker is a former scientist turned block printer. She has been hand carving and printing from her studio on the Louisiana bayou since 2017. Her work focuses on the strange wonder of the natural world, inspired by a unique blend of folklore and ecology. Kate uses a range of materials and block-printing techniques and loves introducing others to the challenging but rewarding process of relief printmaking.

Website: owlhousedesign.com
Instagram: @owlhousestudio
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