| PDF FILE - THE LETTERPRESS - BOX LEARNING EXERCISE | |
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One of the most basic ways of printing with ink or paint is through the use of a 'letterpress'. If the shape to be printed is very simple it is possible to make the letterpress quite easily in a school workshop. |
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Using a letterpress is sometimes called relief printing. In simple terms the letter or shape to be printed stands above the surface. Ink or paint is then rolled across the shape/letter and paper is then pressed down onto it. When the paper is lifted up the ink/paint has been transferred to the paper. This process can be repeated any number of times. |
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| Describe
the simple process of using a letterpress - with notes and diagrams.
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