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Best books to learn Etching and engraving, in order
Etching and engraving are the two oldest ways of making a printable image out of a metal plate, and they are learned in opposite directions: engraving cuts the line directly with a burin, etching lets acid do the cutting through a protective ground.
Reading paths for etching and engraving
Etching and Engraving: The Best Books to Read, in Order
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning etching and engraving?
- Etching and engraving are the two oldest ways of making a printable image out of a metal plate, and they are learned in opposite directions: engraving cuts the line directly with a burin, etching lets acid do the cutting through a protective ground.
- What's a good book to start etching and engraving with?
- A strong starting point is The Complete Printmaker by Ross, John. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.