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Gamblin Etching Inks

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…of color mixing potential. Because of their high pigment load, Gamblin Etching Inks are a much better value than lower priced etching inks which are full of extenders. Inks are available in 1 lb. (300 ml) cans. Gamblin Etching Inks are all bound in the highest quality Burnt Plate Oil Key Features:… Strong reliable inks for edition printing Gamblin Etching Inks were formulated at the request of professional printmakers in the Pacific Northwest who wanted strong reliable inks for edition printing. The palette of pure intense pigments offers a broad range of color mixing potential. Because of their high pigment load, Gamblin Etching Inks are a much better value than lower priced etching inks which are full of extenders. Inks are available in 1 lb. (300 ml) cans. Gamblin Etching Inks are all bound in the highest quality Burnt Plate Oil Key Features: * Inks are available in 1 lb. (300 ml) cans * High pigment load * Reliable inks for edition printing * Excellent working properties * Incredible sensitivity to the printmaker’s marks * Only the finest quality Burnt Plate Oil and lightfast pigments are used * Handcrafted in small batches at Gamblin’s factory in Portland, Oregon Perfect For: * Edition printing * Deep rich blacks * Engravers * Mezzotints * Strong lines & Medium plate tones Gamblin Printmaking Inks are made with the same respect for traditional materials that have made Gamblin Artists Oil Colors the choice for many of Americas finest painters Printmakers can count on a high pigment load and rich saturated colors in their prints. Gamblin Inks print with unparalleled intensity and sensitivity to printmakers most finely detailed marks. See More

Charbonnel Water Washable Printing Inks

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Vivid, permanent, non-toxic inks for intaglio, lithography, and more! Charbonnel Water Washable Printing Inks are made with extra-fine lightfast pigments and an innovative oil binder that makes clean-up a breeze! The oil emulsion inside the ink allows you to use it like any other traditional… Vivid, permanent, non-toxic inks for intaglio, lithography, and more! Charbonnel Water Washable Printing Inks are made with extra-fine lightfast pigments and an innovative oil binder that makes clean-up a breeze! The oil emulsion inside the ink allows you to use it like any other traditional solvent-based ink. Charbonnel Water Washable Printing Inks are non-toxic and clean up with soap and water. No water is used within the inks, so your printing plates and tools will not rust. Key Features: * Water Washable Printing Inks * Odorless and non-toxic * Extra-fine lightfast pigments * Cleans up easily with soap and water! * Slow drying time similar to traditional inks * Will not rust tools or plates * Stable and long-lasting inks Perfect For: * Intaglio, lithography, monotype, and more! * Artists that prefer not to use toxic solvents * Studio and classroom use * No-hassle, everyday studio use * Easy clean-up with soap and water * Working in large groups * Studio and classroom use * Student artists See More

Crescent Select UltiBlack Matboards

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Conservation grade matboards protect and lend a finished, professional look to your framed artwork! Crescent Select UltiBlack Matboards feature conservation grade surface, black core and backing paper made of 100% virgin wood pulp fibers, chemically treated to be free of the acids and lignins that… Conservation grade matboards protect and lend a finished, professional look to your framed artwork! Crescent Select UltiBlack Matboards feature conservation grade surface, black core and backing paper made of 100% virgin wood pulp fibers, chemically treated to be free of the acids and lignins that normally degrade matboard and artwork. Buffered with calcium carbonate to an alkaline reserve of 3% to 5%, the facing papers of these 32” x 40” matboards exceed the Fine Art Trade Guild’s minimum standards for bleed and fade. With a pH of 8.0-9.5, these alpha-cellulose based 4-ply matboards are suitable for minimum levels of conservation framing and as an alternative to non-conservation matting. Key Features: * Conservation grade surface, black core and backing paper made of 100% virgin alpha cellulose * Free of the acids and lignins that can degrade matboard and artwork * Buffered with calcium carbonate to an alkaline reserve of 3% to 5% * 4-ply matboards are suitable for minimum levels of conservation framing Perfect For: * Fine art prints * Limited editions * Valuable documents * Photography See More

Charbonnel Etching Inks

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…Time Charbonnel Etching Inks are 100% natural and non-toxic. Every color is highly pigmented and delivers impressive covering power even after dilution. The inks feature pigments chosen for their low acidity and exceptional lightfastness. Like oil paints, Charbonnel etching inks dry through… Intaglio Inks, 100% natural, Trusted by Artists Throughout Time Charbonnel Etching Inks are 100% natural and non-toxic. Every color is highly pigmented and delivers impressive covering power even after dilution. The inks feature pigments chosen for their low acidity and exceptional lightfastness. Like oil paints, Charbonnel etching inks dry through oxidation. Depending on the color, the drying time can vary between 2 and 3 weeks. You can easily lighten the highly pigmented Charbonnel Etching Ink with transparency medium to create a range of tones. Key Features: * High-quality printmaking ink * 100% natural and non-toxic * Highly pigmented * Linseed oil-based binder * Additive-free intaglio inks * Wash up with oil or solvent * Inks absorb oxygen to dry * Made in France Perfect For: * Etching * Printmaking * Monotypes and monoprints * Intaglio printing * Professional artists See More

Canson Infinity Paper Sheets and Rolls

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Museum Quality Ink Jet Photo Papers These premium artist photo papers offer exceptional beauty and character to create black & white and color photographs and fine art reproductions. Using the purest natural materials without chemical substances that contribute to premature deterioration, Canson… Museum Quality Ink Jet Photo Papers These premium artist photo papers offer exceptional beauty and character to create black & white and color photographs and fine art reproductions. Using the purest natural materials without chemical substances that contribute to premature deterioration, Canson Infinity photo papers bring the beauty of fine art and traditional photography to the world of digital printing. Key Features: * Premium artist photo papers * Available in sheets and rolls Perfect For: * Digital printing * Fine art reproductions   Arches Aquarelle Rag (310gsm) - 100% rag watercolor paper possesses the unique structure, surface texture, and warm white tone demanding artists expect from a traditional Fine Art digital photo art paper. This paper complies with the highest archival standards and is age-resistant. It gives a unique and unrivaled character to the Fine Art reproduction of traditional artwork and photographs. PhotoGloss Premium RC (270gsm) - An alpha cellulose acid-free digital art photo paper coated with polyethylene and a microporous color receiver layer. Gloss finish. PhotoSatin Premium RC (270gsm) is an alpha-cellulose, acid-free, digital art photo paper coated with a structured polyethylene and a microporous receiver layer. Satin finish. Platine Fibre Rag (310gsm) is a 100% cotton rag art paper with a pure white tone and no OBAs. Superior microporous coating brings this traditional darkroom paper to the digital era. Ideal for both color and black & white prints. Arches Velin Museum Rag (315gsm) - This 100% cotton, mould-made fine art paper is naturally age-resistant, has a smooth, fine-grain surface, and offers a pure white tone without OBAs. Rag Photographique (310gsm & 210gsm) - 100% cotton, museum grade Fine Art, and photo paper with a smooth white tone that offers a unique extra smooth surface and exceptionally high Dmax. Artist Canvas Professional Gloss (390gsm) is a premium glossy, polyblend canvas coated with a specially formulated inkjet receptive emulsion designed to accept the latest high technology pigmented inks. It is OBA-free and will not yellow, crack, or curl. It has an exceptional resolution, superior gloss, and extremely vivid color. Artist Canvas Water Resistant Matte (390gsm Artist Grade) is a premium, water-resistant, acid-free canvas with a pure white tone that stretches and mounts with ease. This OBA-free archival canvas can produce extremely precise, high-resolution images. BFK Rives (310gsm) - 100% Cotton, Mould made Fine Art paper. BFK Rives® has a unique pure white tone obtained without using OBAs and a very smooth and velvety texture. See More

Crescent Select Conservation Matboard

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Quality Conservation Matboard in an alpha-cellulose line! Crescent Select Matboard offers conservation quality in an alpha-cellulose line! The 32x40" boards are acid and lignin free, created with a 100% virgin alpha cellulose surface, core, and backing paper. The boards are buffered with calcium… Quality Conservation Matboard in an alpha-cellulose line! Crescent Select Matboard offers conservation quality in an alpha-cellulose line! The 32x40" boards are acid and lignin free, created with a 100% virgin alpha cellulose surface, core, and backing paper. The boards are buffered with calcium carbonate to an alkaline reserve of 3-5%. Select features a distinctive white core on both the 4 ply designer colored boards, and 6 ply white shades for framers seeking a deeper bevel. 4 ply boards come in a wide range of designer and traditional colors that can compliment any picture, and are fade and bleed resistant so they will last as long as your art. With Crescent Select Mat Board, you will have conservation-quality matting at just a slight premium over standard mat boards from other companies, but ensure your artwork is matted for maximum artwork protection. Please Note: A minimum purchase of 15 assorted 4 ply boards or 6 ply boards is required. We cannot guarantee that all corners will arrive without damage. Key Features:* Conservation quality matting* 4 ply 32x40" Select matboard* Acid and lignin free* 100% virgin alpha cellulose* Distinctive white core Perfect For:* Upgrading to conservation quality* Matting with fade and bleed resistance* Conservation matting of artworks* Artists desiring quality economical matting See More

Akua Intaglio Inks

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…open time * Non-toxic Ink * Will not skin in a jar or dry on equipment * Dries through absorption into paper fibers * Cleanly wipes off from etching plates Perfect For: * Artists of all skill levels * Intaglio/Etching, Monotype, Relief and Collagraph * Printing on damp or dry paper * Extended… Akua Intaglio Inks have Endless Open Time! Akua Intaglio Ink's endless open time, permanency, thick consistency, and easy clean up makes it a printmaker's dream come true! This line of water and soy-based ink contains absolutely no dryers, is packed with brilliant, lightfast pigments, and can be effortlessly applied to plastic, wood, linoleum, or metal plate. Use Akua Intaglio Inks for printmaking techniques such as monotype, relief, collagraph, and intaglio. Prints can be re-soaked immediately after printing, however, once the print is dried, Akua Intaglio is permanent. With Akua Intaglio Inks, artists have the choice of printing on damp or dry paper. Due to its endless open time, this printmaking ink will never skin or harden in the jar or on printmaking equipment. Clean up is safe and easy, as it requires only soap and water - No Solvents Necessary! Key Features: * Soy and water-based formula * Artist quality inks * Thick consistency with minimal water content * Highly pigmented, brilliant colors * Developed by a professional printmaking artist * Endless open time * Non-toxic Ink * Will not skin in a jar or dry on equipment * Dries through absorption into paper fibers * Cleanly wipes off from etching plates Perfect For: * Artists of all skill levels * Intaglio/Etching, Monotype, Relief and Collagraph * Printing on damp or dry paper * Extended open times * Printing on plastic, wood, linoleum, and metal plate * Blending colors * Re-soaking prints (immediately after printing) * Safe and easy clean up with soap and water * See More

Creative Mark Basic Etching Press

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Basic Etching Press Great For Block Printing, Etching, And Monotype Printing! Suitable use for etching, collagraphy, embossing, unmounted linoleum, and paper lithography printing. With a 10.5 x 16.5" metal bed plate and 10" wide roller, this unit can print up to a 9 x 15" size. The all-steel… Basic Etching Press Great For Block Printing, Etching, And Monotype Printing! Suitable use for etching, collagraphy, embossing, unmounted linoleum, and paper lithography printing. With a 10.5 x 16.5" metal bed plate and 10" wide roller, this unit can print up to a 9 x 15" size. The all-steel construction ensures extended use and service. The 3.5 cm upper and lower rollers are adjustable to accommodate various types of printing. Smooth 360° action is easy with the simple L-shaped handle. The press is easy to install on a bench and comes with a 10.5 x 16.5" felt blanket. Overall unit size 9.75" L × 12.375" W × 6.75" H. Weighs just 20 lbs. Key Features: * 10.5 x 16.5" metal bed plate * 10" wide roller * Capable of printing up to a 9 x 15" size * All-steel construction * 3.5 cm upper and lower roller * Roller widths: 1.5" - Max separation of rollers is 1," and there is no minimum * Smooth 360° action * L-shaped handle * Sold with 10.5 x 16.5" felt blanket * Overall unit size 9.75" L × 12.375" W × 6.75" H * Weighs just 20 lbs. * Blanket: 80% wool and 20% polyester * Perfect For: * Etching * Collagraphy and emboss printing * Unmounted linoleum blocks * Relief block printing (both wood and lino) * Paper lithography printing * Home, studio, or school * Teachers and students See More

Ampersand Museum Series Scratchbords

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…scratchbord with a spray fixative to dissolve fingerprints or smudges. Then, frame your art without glass. Scratchbord Essentials Etching Set - This perfect gift package comes with everything needed for etching including three sizes of Scratchbord, a Scratchbord tool kit and Scratchbord ink set. Claybord Black™ Surface! Ampersand Scratchbords have all the features and benefits of Claybord, including its archival properties. Under its India ink layer, Scratchbord has a smooth, absorbent kaolin clay ground applied to a sealed, 1/8" True Artist Hardbord™. Simply put, Scratchbord is Ampersand’s Claybord panel, sprayed with an even coat of high-quality, deep black India Ink. Originally developed as an alternative to scratchboard paper, it is the surface of choice for most professional scratchboard artists today. Not only can you create exquisite white-on-black art, you can add color to create amazing colorful scratchboard works. Colored inks can be applied to the white areas and then scratched again for to create additional highlights and volume. Ampersand offers a collection of Scratchbord/Claybord Inks The Professional's Choice for Scratchboard Products! Perfectly Inked Clay Surface -Scratchbord™ has a smooth, absorbent kaolin clay ground evenly coated with India Ink. Acid-free and absolutely archival. Create the Finest Detail -Scratch easily with controlled, clean, crisp white lines to create exquisite white on black art. Will not tear, crack or bend. For best results, try the Claybord™ tools & accessories. Frame without Glass -Seal finished scratchbord with a spray fixative to dissolve fingerprints or smudges. Then, frame your art without glass. Scratchbord Essentials Etching Set - This perfect gift package comes with everything needed for etching including three sizes of Scratchbord, a Scratchbord tool kit and Scratchbord ink set. See More

Jack Richeson Clear Carve Etching Plates

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…artists! Jack Richeson Clear Carve Etching Plates are non-porous, transparent printmaking plates perfect for drypoint, monotype, etching and calligraphy. Each 0.03” (0.75 mm) thick printmaking plate is made of clear PETG plastic, making it very easy to trace and etch designs. Available in 5 sizes,… These clear printmaking plates make it easy to introduce printmaking to beginner artists! Jack Richeson Clear Carve Etching Plates are non-porous, transparent printmaking plates perfect for drypoint, monotype, etching and calligraphy. Each 0.03” (0.75 mm) thick printmaking plate is made of clear PETG plastic, making it very easy to trace and etch designs. Available in 5 sizes, these easy to use clear plastic etching plates are a great way to introduce your class to printmaking. Just put an image under the transparent plate, use an etching tool to trace the image or create your own freehand design, and you’re ready to print! Key Features: * Non-porous transparent etching plates * 0.03”/0.75 cm thick PETG plastic * Available in 5 sizes * Easy to trace and etch freehand designs Perfect For: * Introducing printmaking * Monotype & calligraphy * Beginner printers * Drypoint & etching See More

Creative Mark Deluxe Etching Presses

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Imported from Italy, each printing press features solid steel rollers that are mounted on oscillating ball bearings and are adjustable in height to ensure flexibility in the printing pressure. A 33.5" diameter hand wheel makes for a smooth 360 degree printing action on each press. All units are… Imported from Italy, each printing press features solid steel rollers that are mounted on oscillating ball bearings and are adjustable in height to ensure flexibility in the printing pressure. A 33.5" diameter hand wheel makes for a smooth 360 degree printing action on each press. All units are fabricated entirely of steel which ensures long use and service. Rollers on the small and medium-size units are 6 cm in diameter. The professional press has a 5.5" diameter lower roller and 6.3" upper roller. Each press comes with a metal plate. Felt blankets and phenolic plastic resin synthetic plates sold separately. Max. pressure for each model is 4,400 lbs. The printing press base stands 33" high is made of black welded steel and is sold separately. Small 3630 Unit Medium 3650 Unit Pro 3670 Unit Size 13.75" L × 16.875" W ×13.75" H 13.75" L × 25.25" W × 13.75" H 27.5" L × 32.25" W × 17.3" H Weight 66 lbs. 88 lbs. 748 lbs. Roller Widths 12.5" 20.25" 28.25" Plate Sizes 12.5" × 23.5" × .125" 20.25" × 39.25 × .25" 28.125" × 49.25 × .25" Felt Sizes 12.5" × 23.5" × .125" 20.25" × 39.25 × .25" 28.125" × 49.25 × .25" See More

RGM Etching Presses

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Great For Block Printing, Etching, And Monotype Printing! RGM Etching Presses are suited for various printmaking techniques, from block printing on wood or lino to metal etching. A thin 1 mm zinc plate or 3.2 mm unmounted linoleum block can be run through both the Easy Print and the Large RGM press.… Great For Block Printing, Etching, And Monotype Printing! RGM Etching Presses are suited for various printmaking techniques, from block printing on wood or lino to metal etching. A thin 1 mm zinc plate or 3.2 mm unmounted linoleum block can be run through both the Easy Print and the Large RGM press. RGM's Easy Print Press features a heavy-duty 35 mm solid steel roller, a sliding iron bed plate, and pressure screws that can be precisely set. The included white felt blanket helps pull the print through the press while equalizing the pressure on the inked plate. At just 24.25 lbs, this etching press is more portable than larger presses. The Large RGM Etching Press has the same features as the Easy Print Press but with larger steel rollers, a bigger press bed, and a 3-spoke crank handle. Key Features: * All-steel press with upper and lower roller * Easy Print: capable of printing up to a 9.84" x 16.53" print * Large Press: capable of printing up to a 13.78" x 21.65" print * Both feature a sliding iron bed plate * 1 felt blanket included with each press Perfect For: * 1 mm thick zinc or copper plates * 3.2 mm thick unmounted linoleum * Relief block printing (both wood and lino) * Paper lithography and collagraph printing * Monotype printing * Home, studio, or school * Teachers and students     Easy Print Press: * Capable of printing up to a 9.84" x 16.53" print * Upper steel roller: 35 mm diameter * Lower drive roller: 35 mm diameter * Max 1" roller separation; there is no minimum * L-shaped handle with smooth 360° rotation * Sliding iron bed plate: 10.43" x 16.53" * Overall unit size: 16.5" x 17.5" x 8.5" H * The included felt blanket covers the whole bed * Blanket: 80% wool and 20% polyester * Weighs just 24.25 lbs. * User manual included Large Press: * Capable of printing up to a 13.78" x 21.65" print * Upper steel roller: 50 mm diameter * Lower drive roller: 40 mm diameter * 3-spoke handle with smooth 360° rotation * Sliding iron bed plate: 14.37" x 21.65" * The included felt blanket covers the whole bed * Blanket: 80% wool and 20% polyester * Weighs 46.29 lbs. * User manual included   You can bolt either press to a bench or table with 2 sturdy locking clamps (not sold on this site). Setting Proper Pressure: Consistent pressure is vital for producing uniform prints. Count the threads on both screws to make sure that the roller is applying even pressure to the plate. Adjust the pressure screws of the press as needed and conduct test prints to ensure consistent results. How often should I clean my press? Regular cleaning and maintenance are essential for the longevity and optimal performance of your etching press. Clean the press thoroughly after each printmaking session, removing any ink residue or debris. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for lubricating moving parts. See More

RGM Drypoint Tools and Zinc Plates

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…greenware and leather-hard clay. RGM plates are excellent for etching, drypoint, engraving, aquatint, and mezzotint. Key Features: * High-quality zinc plates * 1.00 mm thick unpolished etching surface * Tempered steel etching tools * 1.5 mm needle scribe * 2 mm chisel tool * Beechwood handle… The Perfect Scribe Tools for Metal Etching RGM's zinc engraving plates and stainless steel drypoint tools are perfect for etching and intaglio printmaking techniques. The 1.5 mm needle tool and the 2 mm chisel can be used to scratch incredible details into metal. Each lightweight, tempered steel tool is mounted on a straight beechwood handle. Once printed, the drypoint lines have a soft, velvety quality. RGM Drypoint Tools are also great for inscribing greenware and leather-hard clay. RGM plates are excellent for etching, drypoint, engraving, aquatint, and mezzotint. Key Features: * High-quality zinc plates * 1.00 mm thick unpolished etching surface * Tempered steel etching tools * 1.5 mm needle scribe * 2 mm chisel tool * Beechwood handle for a stable grip * Excellent wear resistance Perfect For: * Drypoint, engraving, and intaglio * Creating precise details * Aquatint and mezzotint * Printing with a small table-top press * Printmaking artists   The protective film should be removed before sanding, polishing, or degreasing the unpolished plate. Stop-out or anti-acid varnish should be applied to the back of the plate when etching with acid. * Polish with steel wool and 1200-grain sandpaper * Degrease with calcium carbonate See More

Gamblin Portland Litho Black Lithography Ink

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High pigment load lithography ink! While most commercial lithography ink is petroleum-based, causing a low pigment load, Gamblin’s Portland Litho Black lithography ink is formulated with high-quality burn plate oil, from linseed oil. This formulation creates an artist’s grade lithography color that… High pigment load lithography ink! While most commercial lithography ink is petroleum-based, causing a low pigment load, Gamblin’s Portland Litho Black lithography ink is formulated with high-quality burn plate oil, from linseed oil. This formulation creates an artist’s grade lithography color that features a high pigment load for rich, detailed printing with plates or stone lithography. Richer than standard process blacks, Portland Litho Black is made to meet the long-unanswered demands of printmakers working in stone and plate. Key Features: * Crafted with burnt plate oil derived from linseed oil* High pigment load* Rich, detailed black printing Perfect For:* A richer alternative to standard process blacks* High pigment load lithography ink for printmakers using plates or stone* Printmakers looking for an ink that provides stark detail See More