I was first introduced to lino printing when my mother bought me a small beginners kit — some basic tools and a few blocks to try. I didn’t really know what I was doing, but I was immediately hooked. From there, I taught myself through trial and error, slowly learning what worked (and what definitely didn’t). It’s been a hands-on, often messy process, but it’s become something I truly love — a mix of craft, patience, and creativity that has become extremely rewarding.
What is lino printing?
Lino printing, or linocut, is a form of relief printmaking. I start by drawing out my design onto a sheet of lino then begin carving the design using special tools — cutting away the areas I want to stay white. What’s left behind is the raised surface that will hold the ink. Once the block is carved, I roll ink over the surface and press it onto paper, either by hand or with a press, to reveal the final print.
Each print is made individually, so no two are exactly the same — little variations in texture and ink make each one unique. I love the hands-on nature of the process: the carving, the inking, the quiet focus it takes. It’s slow, thoughtful work — and I think that comes through in the final pieces.
