My objective is to blind emboss a pair of my mother’s gloves, combined with chine colle digital images of the packaging and the label. I have found very little information on blind embossing,…

Prints with blind embossing are where printmaking meets sculpture; the prints change with the light and angle of view. The audience can be more interactive

My objective is to blind emboss a pair of my mother’s gloves, combined with chine colle digital images of the packaging and the label. I have found very little information on blind embossing,…

Blind embossing is a beautiful way in which to add light and shadow to your prints. Embossing adds subtle texture and interest. Emboss prints ‘blind’ (without ink) or combine with inked lino for a complex final print. Prepare the design. These white pencils are brilliant for drawing designs onto traditional lino. The marks show up … Continue reading "Blind Embossing with Lino"

By Omar Rayo

Belinda Glennon - ceramic artist from the Scottish Borders

Jill Dunn - Printmaker on Instagram: "…more #linocut block embossing… it’s so deeply satisfying…. #printmaking #embossing #polymerclay playtime"