For the Love of Letterpress

Name: For the Love of Letterpress
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781350051287
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A Printing Handbook for Instructors and Students

By Cathie Ruggie Saunders and Martha Chiplis

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For the Love of Letterpress explores the enduring art and craft of letterpress printing, blending technical, historical, aesthetic and practical insights. This second edition reflects the media's vibrant revival with updated galleries and new assignments from across the United States, United Kingdom and Europe. The authors reveal how traditional 15th-century letterpress techniques intersect with contemporary digital innovations, highlighting its continued value to artists and designers today.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book is ideal for students, instructors, artists and designers interested in letterpress printing, typography and printmaking as both a traditional craft and contemporary art form. It suits those seeking inspiration, practical guidance, and historical context within the arts and culture sector.

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Winner - American Graphic Design Award, Graphic Design USA

Conveying the authors’ love of the letterpress process and product, this book presents the technical, historical, aesthetic and practical information necessary for both students and instructors.

The 2nd edition of For the Love of Letterpress includes an updated gallery of contemporary images of letterpress printing, as well as a new chapter of letterpress assignments from the United States, United Kingdom and Europe. Both additions attest to the dynamic and continued relevance of the media.

The authors show how contemporary digital processes have expanded the boundaries of traditional letterpress. By writing with passion and experience, they indicate why a 15th century printing technology based upon crafting with one’s hands, still has appeal and value to 21st century artists and designers.

Whether incorporated into an academic curriculum or used for self-study, For the Love of Letterpress is a must for students who wish to learn letterpress and instructors seeking inspiration and reference.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The book is praised for its detailed and passionate approach, clarifying letterpress and typography in a way that deepens understanding. David Jury describes it as an essential guide for students and instructors alike. Amelia Hugill-Fontanel calls it an important reference for the modern resurgence of letterpress creativity, while Steven Heller remarks on its instructive introduction to a timeless craft. The work uniquely blends practical printing methods with the artistry of letterpress as a form of expression.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350051287

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 August 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Visual Arts

Edition: 2nd edition

Illustration: 242 colour illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 622g

Pages: 208

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Arts & Culture Cathie Ruggie Saunders Martha Chiplis Non-Fiction

About the Author

Cathie Ruggie Saunders has been making letterpress books since 1973 and has 35 years of experience teaching letterpress printing to graduate and undergraduate students at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Martha Chiplis has more than 16 years of experience printing limited edition books and has been teaching at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago since 2008.