A traditional woodcut print, one of the oldest forms of printing, is created by cutting away material from a block of wood. Ink is applied to the raised surfaces and a piece of paper is pressed down on the inked wood block. The ink is then transferred to the piece of paper. A woodcut can be a single imprint, typically with black ink, or can consist of multiple imprints, each with a different color. For detailed explanations and to see some beautiful examples, check the links at the end of this article.
Woodcut prints cover a wide range of looks.
Some are made up of regions of bold, flat color with hard edges. Others incorporate soft edges, subtle details, delicate cross-hatching and color gradients. Historically, many woodcut designs have included elaborate borders and frames. All rights reserved. Company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.