FAQ: How to get a crisp print

how to get a clean, crisp print? Here are a few things to consider:
1- Paper:
You can get clean prints with many sorts/weights of paper, but thin papers will:
-pick up the details of the block easily
-hold on to the ink on the block better than thicker papers, and are less likely to shift during the printing process.
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(see my favourite papers on a previous video in this FAQ playlist)
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2- Ink:
The block needs to be inked correctly. No under-inking, no over-inking.
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(see previous video in this FAQ playlist- "what is the correct amount of ink?")
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3- Block/paper:
From the moment you drop the paper onto the block, they can't shift around. I always tape the lino block down so it doesn't move during the printing. Again, I use thin papers because they tend to stay in place more than heavier papers.
In addition:
If after all this you still get a print that doesn't look crisp, it could mean that you used too much pressure running it through the press. This will " squash" the block, making the details fuzzy.
If you get a "patchy" print , you probably under-inked some areas. You can carefully lift a part of the paper and re-ink those areas, while still holding the paper in place, as you can see in the video. This works better with larger prints and (again) thin papers.
I hope these little tips are helpful!
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[@moxee33]

Forget the printing...your drawings are magical! 🤩 Subscribed to see more 👍

[@honeythiefprints]

Thank you so much!

[@maddhat2393]

I love how you showed your mistakes. It shows us that mistakes happen, even if you know what your doing.

[@honeythiefprints]

Oh, there's so many mistakes, I only show a fraction of them! There's a lot of things that can go wrong with printing, or any other technique/medium. I should actually show more! 😁

[@dshe8637]

That masking tape tip is genius!

[@user-ox2pf4vt5x]

Beautiful 🎉❤ love watching and your wonderful intricate designs

[@yasmeenzailan3349]

Ohhhhh thank you so much!!! I have always struggled to make my prints less patchyyy and great tips!

[@honeythiefprints]

I'm so glad! Thank you for watching!

[@teresacruz1463]

Beautiful!

[@honeythiefprints]

Thank you! 😊

[@anthea875]

Thank you kindly 💐💙💜💙

[@Guruc13]

Ugh, thank you! I always have issues with spots! ❤🎉

[@honeythiefprints]

Glad if it helps! Happy printing! 🙌🙂

[@joannamccraney3148]

Love it

[@user-jm7wh1jk7b]

Hello, Honey Thief Prints! I’ve recently discovered your channel and I am enjoying your videos very much! You works are amazing. Could you please tell me what is the name of the material out of which you carve the prints?

[@honeythiefprints]

Hi, thank you so much, and I'm sorry for the late reply! it's common grey lino, you can find all the materials I use in the videos' description

[@yummieplays]

Interesting. My father @JoachimGrafWoodcut usually just cleans the plate if there's paint in non picture areas!

[@Tawadeb]

Lovely!!

[@honeythiefprints]

Thank you! 😊❤️

[@rukikar5643]

First time watching something like this. Where this commanly use? Can I use this in polyester UV filter fabric? And thanks for sharing!

[@kidonlsd6256]

Wish I knew it sooner 😂

[@RedClovrKay]

Hi! I was wondering if you use linoleum block or do you cut on linoleum flooring? I’ve seen videos of both and wanted to know your preference because your prints are beautiful!

[@honeythiefprints]

Hi, thank you so much 😊 I use lino blocks from the art supplies shop. I think the brand is called "Forbo", but if you just search for b" battleship grey lino " you'll find it 🙂

[@lunest11]

What is the name of this performance that you are sculpting?

[@soumyasrivastava6124]

Which brand do you use for metallic colours?

[@nativesrilankan7545]

Was that a lion turtle?