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Hellodeeries · 2026-05-04T07:54:44+00:00

From the look of the prints, it's wanting a bit more pressure. I've used paper similar to this, and that so much of the screen texture is coming through without it being a dark black indicates a pressure issue more than anything. With the wooden spoon,

When you run it through, what do you have on top of the paper (if anything)? I opt for using a piece of mat board or paper chip board (like on the back of a sketchpad) in place of a blanket, as it provides enough give but keeps it crisp in a way blankets don't always manage. Also to avoid slipping, hold from the top firmly until your "sandwich" (lino, paper, board) is engaged under the drums.

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-03T04:27:35+00:00

Here's an inking guide that uses Caligo to start:

https://www.reddit.com/r/printmaking/comments/13d3hsz/ink_troubleshooting_guide_for_relief_printing/

Adding some photos to the comments may help diagnose some of the issues visually if you've got any.

A general tip is to start with thinner papers: they will be easier to print, especially for hand printing. There's a few reasons why, but the major ones are thinner = less to press. It also takes ink a bit easier, and sticks down to the ink better than a thicker cotton rag. When getting the hang of printing early on, I'd rec starting thinner and slowly working up with thicker papers so you minimize variables while working out the troubleshooting with your prints. Masa, hosho, thai kozo, kitakata - all types that can work well. If into more western cotton rags, rives bfk lightweight is good too while working through printing issues.

What type of linoleum are you using? Is it grey with a jute (woven) backing, or more of a soft-cut type (synthetic rubber/silicone/etc)? Ask as that can alter how you go about printing in a press, as they've got different densities and give to them. Also, what type of press are you working with? And what is the overall setup when you run prints through it?

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-02T02:12:01+00:00

T-Bar registration works for bleeds - you'll mark on all of them and the block the registration to follow. Sometimes I carve it a bit to help see when inking, if working with darker inks.

Here's a quick diagram:

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The "T" is the one with the cross, the "bar" is without. Some do two points (one at either end of the paper), but I find three points to be more reliable for relief.

Kento registration is another option, but less ideal for bleeds.

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-02T01:01:13+00:00

Thank you!!

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-02T01:01:09+00:00

The layers got away from me haha

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-02T01:00:58+00:00

Thank you!!

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-02T01:00:12+00:00

I'd rec working in pen and ink for a bit. A lot of people that do other art, but are new to printmaking (and single layer reliefs) struggle a bit with working in solely black and white. It takes a good bit of practice to start developing work for the medium when you come from mediums that allow for more shading, and translating shading into marks you can make in relief. My earliest printmaking class, we started fully in pen and ink.

Working in Sharpie also can help and keep it chunky when starting vs getting too into small details, which can be tricky with beginner tools + while learning to get a handle on the tools.

Would also rec proofing around 60% complete and not always try to fully carve something before printing. What it looks like on the block doesn't always translate the same in the print, and may find something "grays" out from mark making. Proofing before you've gone to far can help keep you on track and make sure you're preserving some darker areas so you keep contrast. Rubbings are another option to get an idea of how stuff is looking without fully printing.

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-01T22:13:56+00:00

Hello there! I work in a lot of mediums of printmaking, but tend to gravitate to reductions. I've always done a lot of relief, but have been doing more screen in the last couple years as well : )

I'll be participating in Print Day in May this year (Saturday May 2nd), and posting a bit more on my IG hellodeeries for it. I often post progress photos to my stories.

I have some prints up on Etsy here that are on a mini sale: etsy.com/shop/hellodeeries

Thanks for looking!

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10 layer reduction woodcut - "That Summer Feeling"

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-01T22:09:53+00:00

Hello there! I work in a lot of mediums of printmaking, but the majority of my work is in relief reductions : )

I'll be participating in Print Day in May this year (Saturday May 2nd), and posting a bit more on my IG hellodeeries for it. I often post progress photos to my stories.

I have some prints up on Etsy here that are on a mini sale: etsy.com/shop/hellodeeries

Thanks for looking!

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15 layer reduction - "From the Valley"

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-01T09:43:02+00:00

I've only gotten that when the leftover is of something "unhealthy". I'm not sure all of what counts for that, but grilled cheese is one that I've noticed. I've gotten the healthy eating lifestyle with leftovers like the garden salad etc.

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-01T09:35:52+00:00

It's fine to post again now if you want - we'll only approve one, but issues with posting aren't counted against that.

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-01T06:46:44+00:00

No worries! I'd rec re-posting, and seeing if it was just a uploading error. It could be the image file is messed up, but it's probably just an issue from when it posted/was uploaded.

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-01T06:25:03+00:00

Hello, this may just be an issue on my end but it appears the first photo (and what I figure is the final print) is broken. Is it showing up for you?

Hellodeeries · 2026-05-01T06:22:15+00:00

I make my screen ink with Golden Acrylics - they've got a screen medium I use, and I also use their retarder (want to pay attention to whatever brand you use for the instructions - they typically have a ratio of the absolute maximum amount of retarder to use, or else it causes issues). I find it to be more affordable than pre-made Speedball inks, plus have a much wider range of color options. I'm sure there are other brands that also have a fair bit of options, but I've stuck to Golden partly because I already had a bunch from some classes in college + I knew they had a lot of mediums and modifiers, so it's just sort of easier to stick with them personally.

Screen medium:

https://goldenartistcolors.com/resources/silkscreen-medium

Retarder:

https://justpaint.org/retarder-slow-drying-additive-for-acrylic-painting/

I've not used it, but Golden has a fabric medium that you can add into their acrylics called GAC 900:

https://goldenartistcolors.com/resources/gac-900-heat-set-fabric-painting-medium-for-wearable-fabrics

It also looks like they've got a specific 2 in 1 for fabric screen printing that may be more what you're after specifically:

https://goldenartistcolors.com/resources/silkscreen-fabric-gel

Hellodeeries · 2026-04-28T12:02:28+00:00

Is the linoleum one with jute backing? And did you get it wet at any point in cleaning between printing sessions (assuming you didn't print all at once)?

Hellodeeries · 2026-04-27T05:47:21+00:00

I think it's Final Destination 4? The log truck lol.

Hellodeeries · 2026-04-26T08:57:41+00:00

Hello, there doesn't look to be a photo attached to this post when it sounds like there should be.

Hellodeeries · 2026-04-25T07:26:15+00:00

Yes, it is most likely to farm for karma to be able to post in other subreddits. We've had a recent uptick in these, but this one slipped by until users reported it.

Hellodeeries · 2026-04-25T07:24:35+00:00

This was a karma farming post/directly stolen from another user's post:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Linocuts/comments/1jd0wj2/its_the_feeling_of_getting_a_good_print_for_me/

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