For the Love of Letterpress: A Printing Handbook for Instructors and Students

For the Love of Letterpress is an American Graphic Design Award-winning book that provides technical, historical, aesthetic, and practical information for students and instructors, showcasing the dynamic and continued relevance of letterpress printing in the 21st century.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 08 August 2019
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Winner of the American Graphic Design Award and Graphic Design USA, "For the Love of Letterpress" is a captivating book that beautifully captures the author's passion for the letterpress process and product. This comprehensive guide offers a wealth of technical, historical, aesthetic, and practical information, making it an essential resource for students and instructors alike. The second edition of this acclaimed book includes an updated gallery of contemporary images of letterpress printing, showcasing the vibrant and diverse world of letterpress art. Additionally, a new chapter features letterpress assignments from various countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, and Europe, demonstrating the continued relevance of the media. The authors skillfully illustrate how contemporary digital processes have expanded the boundaries of traditional letterpress, making it a valuable tool for 21st-century artists and designers. With their passion and experience, they convey why a 15th-century printing technology based on handcrafting still holds appeal and value for modern creatives. Whether used in an academic curriculum or for self-study, "For the Love of Letterpress" is a must-have for anyone seeking to learn letterpress and gain inspiration and reference.

Weight: 586g
Dimension: 189 x 246 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350051287
Edition number: 2 ed