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Seven Artists Crack Open the Art of Printed Matter in ‘Bookworks’

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The way we access, utilize, and enjoy reading material has seen technological transformation over the centuries, from Johannes Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press in the 15th century, to the first dictionary produced in 1532, to the advent of affordable pocket paperbacks in the early 20th century.

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Gradwatch 2021: Illustrator Molly Jones, Camberwell College of Arts

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I’m learning to expose my own screens at home so over summer I can play around with printmaking which links into my other work,” she says. I’ve created some cushion prints already and they have been successful,” she adds. “I just want to try everything.” ” jollymonesillustration.com.

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The Creative Boom 2023 Christmas gift guide for creatives

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Grumpy Ant plush toy by Aysha Tengiz Diana F+ CMYK by Lomography Felt hanging decorations by Wrap and various artists Built upon creative collaborations with designers, illustrators and artists, Wrap started life in 2010 as a magazine and now includes a stationery and product range, online shop and editorial content in print and digital.

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BlockFace: an open-source stamp kit to explore typography by graphic artist Will Mower

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Designed by graphic artist Will Mower, it's essentially a modular typography printing kit that's very easy to use. You simply combine the stamps to construct letterforms, design typographic posters and cards, and explore the joys of printmaking.

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At the Annual Roadworks Festival, a 7-Ton Steamroller Prints Linocuts in San Francisco’s Streets

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The nonprofit has been a hub for printmaking and book arts for Bay Area creatives since it opened 25 years ago, offering about 300 workshops and classes in papermaking, letterpress, binding techniques, and a range of other processes to thousands of students each year. All images courtesy of Roadworks, shared with permission.

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The Best Modern Gift Ideas for the Minimalist

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Palace Woodblock Print by Block Shop Textiles $120. Art can be very hit or miss but you can’t go wrong with woodblock prints from Block Shop. Don’t forget to pack a side of bird feed! You’ve most likely seen them before in interior design features. Oil/Vinegar Carafe by Eva Solo $55.

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Textured Patchworks of Sequins, Plastic Beads, and Oil Paint Comprise Trevon Latin’s Dazzling Portraits

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“Untitled” (2021), oil on canvas, fabric stretched on panel, plastic beads, and barrettes, 50 1/4 x 58 1/2 x 4 inches. His 2021 work “I Break Too Easily” is similarly fantastical, featuring an aqua 3D-printed mask with long beaded tendrils hanging from its mouth.