Wood Engraving: How to Do It

I really must take issue with the reviewer who suggests this is not for beginners! I am such a one and have found this book extraordinarily interesting and helpful. It doesn't have the feel of a step by step manual, and the first chapter can lead the reader into areas which are probably a little too advanced. But as the author suggests, such sections can be skipped to be returned to later if necessary. (MY only slight complaint is that the notes at the end fail to give a reference which easily takes the reader back to the page where it originates: these endnotes are often like mini essays in their own right and can be read through in sequence, but occasionally one wishes to go back to the main text when doing this.)Anyone starting out will find endless resources here, from the most practical features, such as necessary tools and materials, to exploring the ways in which effects, such as creating depth in an image which could otherwise place all pictorial elements on the same plane, can be achieved. A number of times I have wondered if such and such a point might be covered, and generally, it is!One of the most useful sections is where the same image treated in a range of different ways is analysed and the results compared: this gives great food for thought in trying to improve one's own technique. (With this art form, once a mark is made it is almost impossible to return, so careful thought and planning is essential: this book encourages that kind of awareness.)Finally, the book is full of some wonderful examples of the author's and other engravers work.

When an author uses a direct title like this one, you might expect that it could be a gimmick but this book, given its brevity, doesn't disappoint. Obviously there is no substitute for experience, that's the "do it" bit, but this delivers on the "how".Great little book, full up with good stuff and the useful sources at the back is a great help. If you want to see if wood engraving is for you, check it out with this book, it's spot on.

Brilliant book, full of interesting tips and lovely illustrations.

OK!

A recommended text by the tutor at our local printmaking workshop. Definitely recommend as an addition to your craft library!

Very good book

out of trouble for awhile.He's a carpenter and joiner so this was a different challenge that he's not done before

Explains the process well a very good book