TANGIBLE ABYSS | full linocut printmaking process

in this video im going through the entire linocut printmaking process, from the first sketchbook drawing, transferring and carving, to printing and finally signing and numbering the prints. thanks for watching!
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tools and materials i use:
paperlike ipad screen protector paperlike.com/emil
liquitex gloss heavy gel and label release backing paper for the transfer
pfeil carving tools, all u-shaped
i print all my prints with cranfield safewash relief inks on japanese kozo paper.
the linoleum is made by forbo/best and i buy it by the meter from aartdevos.dk

[@sillymanmcgee]

i feel like the more i grow as an artist, the more engaged i can get in process videos like this. a year ago i might’ve gotten bored watching this but now i’m finding it very interesting watching what you’re doing and what choices you’re making ! very awesome video, man.

[@amanitaeremita]

WOW I'm a beginner at linocut and your work is really inspiring, your videos are so helpful! Amazing job and thank you! 🖤

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you! I'm glad you like my videos, and good luck with your own linocuts!

[@oliveee297]

your videos and prints are so beautiful! I just started Linocut printmaking myself its so fun, really nice to have these long relaxing videos so thank you! :)

[@emilunderbjerg]

Glad you like them!

[@daismus]

Linocut ASMR, epic!

[@614560w]

Genuinely amazing thank you for amazing hour long video!

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you for watching!

[@renanhernandessilverio6213]

very nice work man! congratulations!

[@jr3002]

Very pleasing video - really nice textures on the hand image.

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you!

[@nun_ya_bizz]

Listening to the relaxing nature sounds... HELLO

[@FoxAndHyde]

I'm halfway through and this is super relaxing, every cut, every shot and movement is so chill. Your workshop seems like a dream! I loved the macro shot used just for the camera too.

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you so much, im glad you like it! the workshop is also brand new, im really happy about it!

[@mariamalmuahiri7288]

enjoyed it very much

[@sean...]

Beautiful work Emil, thank you for sharing your journey

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you, im glad you liked it!

[@dianaperezmiles8209]

eres un grande artista,muy talentoso ,exelente grabador,, Lo felicito de corazon , estoy subscribed, sigo todos sus marabillosos trabajo,muy grandes,,,para ser tan joven,,,Muchos exitos ,,

[@RocketinExile]

Exceptional

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you!

[@frankkraus2439]

Loving your work and process! What is the substance you paint on the linoleum for your transfer?

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you! you can see an explanation of the transfer process in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/e56uh6ptZ9Kga7M

[@StanDew]

What are your brush settings, how do you get it to interact with past strokes and fill in the gaps with color?!

[@mreboni]

Beautiful work. I noticed you use cranfield inks, but I was wondering what paper you use. Looks like shoji or awagami paper but wanted to check? If you wanted to do a reduction print, would the paper hold up?

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you! i use kozo paper ✌️ the reduction prints I've made have all been on this paper and i think it works well

[@jonridley]

just discovering the channel and really enjoying the work. im thinking about doing some linocut but just a little curious re: your process. can you explain to me what kind of paper you use to transfer the drawing onto the lino, it seems to have a removable film you [peel off, looks useful. could you let me know what brand this is? PS i thin k i;; end up buying a pruint at some point, love the work and the time and care you put into editing this all together. i make the odd video of my music on KZbin and can appreciate the work and care you are clearly putting in here.

[@emilunderbjerg]

hi Jonathan, I'm glad you like my videos! I have another video on my channel where show in more detail how i transfer the drawing, let me send you the link!

[@emilunderbjerg]

here it is! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZjXiaqDhtt_aJY

[@berolinastrassmann]

Thanks for sharing your process. How do you keep the ink fresh (not drying) while you print? I guess that, even if time lapsed, the process using the bone folder takes quite a bit of time. I am using water based inks and it is an issue to work fast enough to stop the ink drying...even while mixing it in between prints. Again, thanks for sharing your art process. As a newbie to linocut/print, I am learning lots.

[@emilunderbjerg]

i use cranfield safewash relief inks, they're oil-based and thus dries much slower. even though they're oil-based you can stil clean your inking surface, rollers etc with soap then water, or simply use wet wipes. i find water based inks dry too fast for my workflow.

[@berolinastrassmann]

@@emilunderbjerg Thanks for taking the time. Indeed, I have only ever used water based inks. I will give the Cranfield inks a try..

[@emilunderbjerg]

cranfield makes several types of ink, go for the safewash ones, they're very easy to work with

[@yaelkamah9785]

Also, water based inks don't give the same depth and shine to your prints. They are very flat and gouache like. Bcs oil based inks dry so slowly you can manipulate them more and also leave your work place to the following day. I also work with Safewash+ it's extender, as it is sometimes too condensed for my needs. The extender stretches' the ink'

[@franceselizabethvanvelzen8555]

can you say the details for the lamp with magnifier that is being used please? very inspiring work, thanks.

[@emilunderbjerg]

i dont know what its called, i found it in the trash a couple of years ago, with a broken light bulb. i simply added a led strip to it instead of trying to find a new bulb.

[@sherlink]

😍

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you :)

[@vh7634]

i love your work! what's the size of your cutting mat?

[@emilunderbjerg]

thank you! it's 60x90 cm ✌️

[@dianaperezmiles8209]

de donde eres ,y donde vives,,???me gustan muchos sus videos de la naturaleza, el canto de los pajaros,etc ,etc..cuidate,,

[@renanhernandessilverio6213]

what kid of paper you use in printer

[@mattiapolisena6021]

Hi Emil. Nice video. What paper do you print on??

[@emilunderbjerg]

hi, thank you! i use japanese kozo paper to print on :)

[@franceselizabethvanvelzen8555]

also, what is the specific lino you use, appreciate your help

[@emilunderbjerg]

i actually don’t know what type it is, its the only type the art supply store where i shop sells