My New York Diary

My New York Diary
Author: Julie Doucet
Publisher: Drawn & Quarterly
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre: Artists
ISBN: 9781896597249

Doucet's third book, her longest and most,ambitious story collected for the first time in,one beautifully produced softcover edition.,Details the events in Doucet's life during a six,month period in 1991 when she packed her bags and,moved to New York to join her new boyfriend in his,upper west side apartment. Doucet effectively,portrays how the initial excitement of their,new beginning gives way to his over bearing,jealousy. Includes 'My First Time' and 'Julie in,Junior College'.

Engraving and Etching, 1400-2000

Engraving and Etching, 1400-2000
Author: Ad Stijnman
Publisher: Hes & De Graff Pub B V
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: History
ISBN: 9789061945918

"This comprehensively illustrated study is the first of its kind to cover all elements of the trade of engraving and etching throughout six centuries"--Publisher's website.

Etching, Engraving and Other Intaglio Printmaking Techniques

Etching, Engraving and Other Intaglio Printmaking Techniques
Author: Ruth Leaf
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2012-07-12
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0486139247

Comprehensive handbook covers materials and equipment, tools, printing papers, presses, and other essentials. Detailed instructions for etching, engraving, drypoint, collagraphs, tuilegraphs, and the Blake transfer method.

The Complete Engraver

The Complete Engraver
Author: Nancy Sharon Collins
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2020-08-11
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1648960049

In this age of emails, texts, and instant messages, receiving a letter has become a rare treat. Engraved stationery can make a piece of correspondence, whether a short note, formal letter, or business card, even more special. Once an integral part of social life, the use of engraved stationery has become a lost art. In The Complete Engraver, author Nancy Sharon Collins brings this venerable craft to life—from the history and etiquette of engraved social stationery in America to its revival and promise of new visual possibilities. Illustrated with gorgeous, original specimens of social stationery, calling cards, and monograms, The Complete Engraver also includes an instructional section that walks the reader through the engraving process and the steps required to commission engraving work today.

How to Identify Prints

How to Identify Prints
Author: Bamber Gascoigne
Publisher:
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2004
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780500284803

Arranged in self-contained sections the book simplifies accurate identification of any printed image. Included are manual methods, and also the mechanical processes that constitute the vast majority of printed images. Essential aspects of printing history and the printmaking craft are covered and examples are given of the identifying features that help to reveal the type of print.

Etching and Engraving

Etching and Engraving
Author: John Buckland Wright
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 258
Release: 1973-01-01
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0486228886

This practical course covers line engraving, drypoint, and the tonal variations of mezzotint and stipple; etching and the tonal variations of soft ground, aquatint, and sugar aquatint; relief prints and deep etch; and woodcut, linocut, and wood engraving. Constantly referencing the 156 illustrations reproduced throughout, the author achieves a fine balance between technique and theory.

Wood Engraving

Wood Engraving
Author: Simon Brett
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2022-01-13
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1789941261

Wood Engraving is an easily followed, practical manual on wood engraving for the beginner, written by a master in the field. The processes of printing and engraving are clearly explained, together with their material requirements. Up-to-date variations on techniques, and all the tips and methods that the author has found helpful in 30 years as a practitioner are included. The book is also a beautiful art object in its own right as Simon Brett's work is highly collectible. This book is a must have for all those who treasure his work and fine wood engraving in general.