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important on a small print because everything is

very visible. I used a piece of newsprint to squish

out any excess ink before applying it to the block.

Now roll the ink onto the block many times

and apply lots of pressure (Figure

G

). Make sure

to get it into all the cracks of the top of the relief

(not into the grooves of the design, but in the

surface texture of the wood). This just takes some

practice to get the feel for it. Be careful not to

overapply or your print will come out splotchy.

Cut paper to size, using a paper cutter if

possible. I also use gloves when I’m cutting paper

to keep it pristine. You can play with the size of

prints, ...