PRESS YOUR LUCK
One mini linocut a day for 7 days, starting on 7/7/2025
Inspired by Jake Parker's Inktober, join me in this creative challenge to make printmaking a part of every day!
Follow me on Instagram or Facebook for daily updates and to follow along, and use #pressyourluckprints when sharing your creations!
If you plan to participate, please fill out this short google form!
Read below for info on the following:
MATERIALS NEEDED
The goal is to make a mini print each day for 7 days. I am choosing to do mini linocuts using pink erasers. But you are welcome to do any type of printmaking and use any materials.
If you don't know where to start, below are some suggestions for easy setups/materials you can use.
Option A
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Linocut carving tool
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Pink erasers
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Any kind should work, I like ones without any logo on them​
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Scratch paper
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Pencil and pen (cheap, round tip; not sharp pointed ones)
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Paper for printing
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I cut mine to be 2"x3"​
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Ink pads
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Any craft/rubber stamping ink pads should work​
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Baby wipes
Option B
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Styrofoam plates
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Cut into small rectangle pieces​ for your printing surface
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Pen (cheap, round tip; not sharp pointed ones)
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Ink/paint
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Water soluble
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Good starter kit: Purchase on Amazon
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Roller
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Good starter roller: Purchase on Amazon​
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Scratch paper
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Paper for printing
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Cut to fit your styrofoam pieces​
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A piece of plexiglass or glass for rolling out your ink
DIFFERENT TECHNIQUES AND INSTRUCTIONS
Option A Instructions
Option B Instructions
For a step-by-step tutorial of the styrofoam plate method, you can watch this video:
PROMPTS
Check back here on 7/7/2025 for the list of creative prompts to guide your designs for each day!