The Complete Guide to Screenprinting

144 Pages Indexed. Protected by a Brodart vinyl cover. No defects to this book or dust jacket are noted. Interior text and illustration pages are flawless. Andy Warhol and Peter Blake are just two of the many distinguished artists known for their screen prints. Even the beginner can get great satisfaction and enjoyment from this versatile and stimulating medium with this book by their side. This practical and inspirational guide leads us through the fascinating process with step-by-step demonstrations showing how prints are produced. The wide range of effects that can be achieved using the same basic techniques are illustrated with prints by many famous artists such as Erte, David Hockney and many more. Each stage is highlighted - from the initial idea, to how to put it into practice, through to the glory of the finished print. All your questions are answered: Why are some images more suitable for screen printing than others? How do I choose the right screen to work with? How do I register my print? The mistakes commonly made by the beginner - and even the more experienced - are analyzed and practical advice is given on how to correct them. Whether you're just starting out of are more experienced and looking for pointers to perfect our work and launch it on to the marketplace. From basic techniques to money-making ideas this book covers it all.…