Japanese Woodblock Print Workshop

<b>An inspirational how-to course on Japanese woodblock printing's history and techniques, with guidance on materials and studio practices, step-by-step demonstrations, and examples of finished works by modern masters of the medium as well as historic pieces.<br> </b> <br>A Modern Guide to the Ancient Art of mokuhanga<br><br> An increasingly popular yet age-old art form, Japanese woodblock printing (<i>mokuhanga</i>) is embraced for its non-toxic character, use of handmade materials, and easy integration with other printmaking techniques. In this comprehensive guide, artist and printmaker April Vollmer—one of the best known <i>mokuhanga</i> practitioners and instructors in the West—combines her deep knowledge of this historic printmaking practice with expert step-by-step instruction, guidance on materials and studio practices, and a diverse collection of prints by leading contemporary artists. At once practical and inspirational, this handbook is as useful to serious printmakers and artists as it is to creative people drawn <br> to Japanese history and aesthetics.