Author Description
With humility, I submit this book about fine prints. I hope it proves useful to art students, professional artists, print collectors, and laymen who desire information, on many levels, about the making of lithographs, woodcuts, etchings, engravings, serigraphs, and related print mediums.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the technical processes and artistic methodologies required to produce professional-grade fine art prints. Jules Heller, an experienced practitioner and educator, compiles a comprehensive manual designed to bridge the gap between theoretical art appreciation and the physical labor of the print studio. The book serves as a foundational reference for students and professionals alike, standardizing the terminology and procedural steps for various print mediums.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed technical instructions for lithography, woodcut, etching, and engraving.
- Explanations of serigraph (screen printing) processes and equipment.
- Guidance on the selection of materials, inks, and paper types.
Scope Limits
- The text does not cover digital printmaking or modern computer-aided graphic design techniques.
- It does not provide an exhaustive history of printmaking movements, focusing instead on the physical creation of the work.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and art educators frequently cite this work as a reliable, foundational resource for understanding traditional printmaking mechanics. Readers often note the clarity of the procedural descriptions, which remain accessible to both students and serious collectors.
Page Count:
287
Publication Date:
1958-01-01
Publisher:
Henry Holt and Company
ISBN-10:
0030057159
ISBN-13:
9780030057151
Art
Technique
Fine Arts
Graphic Design
Printmaking
Reference