Relief Printmaking.

A recent addition to a myriad of worthwhile books on printmaking, this book emerges as a manual of techniques for a broad range of printing methods. Published in Great Britain, there are some variations from American terminology, but the well-chosen examples of student and professional works and the serious attention paid to even the simplest of relief processes makes this a book worthy of consideration to teachers of printmaking at any level. Beginning with a brief historical review, the author describes the nonrelief processes before providing in-depth explanations of relief processes ranging from found object and collage printing to reduction prints. Consideration is also given to inks, papers and equipment in addition to an extensive glossary. One of the concluding chapters explores relationships between printmaking, mixed media and graphic design. Another chapter provides specific suggestions for five practical studio projects appropriate for secondary and college level students.