Linocut for Artists and Designers Kindle Edition

I ordered a copy from the US after hearing about Nick Morley's book on a linocut Facebook page. After spending time with it, and as I am about to starting teaching an intro to linocut and woodcut at an art center, I would consider this the best new primer on the subject and will use it in my class. I personally found lots of inspiration and great info to better my workflow; it's for all levels. But the most important thing here is that I would consider this best book to put in the hands of a younger artist to rethink linocut and get them excited about all the possibilities. A refreshing and up to the minute take on the medium, and very well done. Recommended!

If you can only choose one book on creating linoleum cutting and printing your work, choose this one.I own many books on lino cutting and many are older, out of date a bit, enjoyable and worth owning but this book is in another league. The information is current and in-depth, written well and easy to understand. Profusely illustrated with photographs and illustrations. From getting started, choosing the right tools, materials, equipment, inks, and papers the author moves on to cover various ways of creating works. Black and white and color, multiple colors, multiple blocks or reduction carving, it is all here. Includes great chapters on using a press if you have one, creating limited original print editions, printing on fabric, and so much more. The author is himself a very talented linocut artist.Highly recommended.

Book was very well organized and presented, but won't be very useful for those with intermediate or previous experience in relief print and linocut.Vast majority of prints in the book were from the author, which is OK but for a technique book would have been useful to see more diversity in artists.Much more attention was given to materials, tools, and tertiary details than the actual technique of linocutting itself. Maybe the "for artists and designers" part in the title was another way of saying "for beginners."

I purchased the Kindle edition and am satisfied with the format (and price). Some Kindle books are a problem because the photos do not correspond with the writing. This book is better in that regard.Being a beginning linocutter (is that a word?) I have bought several books. This is the best. Clearly written, up to date and easy to follow.

Excellent book beautifully presented with high quality reproductions of the example artwork, very nicely photographed throughout and printed on good quality paper. Very comprehensive coverage of the subject including info on areas like using printing presses of various types which is a topic often not covered. The artwork by the author is inspirational and there are also examples and features on other artists as well as many projects to undertake. I have read as many linocut books as I could find, being relatively new to the area and working on my skill and knowledge base. Of all the books I have read this is by far the best. Highly recommended.

This book is as goo or better than countless video instructions on YouTube. The illustrations are excellent and the text is simple, clear, and for adults (many of the books I've seen on printmaking are for making craft projects with kids). The last section, Advanced Techniques, inspires me to get busy!

Good book, well put together with a lot of info to get your brayer rolling. My only complaint, which has nothing to do with the book in particular, is that whatever genius packed it, bent and cracked the cover in half (or it was already like that and they politely shipped it anyway). It also looked like it had a gummy price tag removed and for a full priced book on Amazon, I expect better than that. I didn't bother sending it back, but I wish I did, because it bothers me ever time I see it. I wouldn't let that stop you from ordering it though.

From first exposure to linocut to mastery (providing you practice diligently of course) if you buy one book, this is the only one you need. The Kindle version is excellent but this book is so good I will buy the paper version as well. This author deserves our gratitude. Thanks!

For any beginner or intermediate linocutter: this is the best book on the subject I have seen. Very clear methodical chapters with great inspirational examples from Nick Morley and many other artists. Great layout makes it very readable and easy to dip in and out when looking for a specific topic or tip. All 176 pages first class!

I've recently begun to explore linocut again as the perfect lock down activity and wanted a book to inspire and guide me. After a lot of research and reading the free online chapters I went for this one and am so glad I did. It is great and should be used as an example for anyone considering writing an instructional book on any kind of art or craft.The author gives clear ,well illustrated directions on how to make linocut prints, covering nearly everything you need to know - not just how to but also what not to do and with pictures showing the difference.It is full of examples of his and other artists work that are interesting and inspiring and is written in a style that combines clarity with humanity. The step by step projects guide the reader through basics to the more complex areas of making multi-block, reduction and colour printing.If you have already made a simple one colour print from a starter kit and want to know how to progress this book will give you invaluable guidance on materials, equipment , designing and techniques that will help you. I am certain that this book will easily repay its price in making savings on materials, time and frustration and also inspire you immensely. It did me.

Love it. I have never done any Linocut before and this book has helped me no end, I am still bad at it but getting better. Simple to understand and lots of images. Ideal for both novices like myself and for more established artists.

Excellent practical advice that you do, need when starting up as this answers your questions. Dip in and out or go from a to b but try it....

This book is a model for how craft, art and creative practices should be written.It is both instructive and compelling, providing a brilliant balance of advice and background information.I would highly recommend this book if you are interested in the background, subject, process or trying it for yourself.