Testing craft die cutting machines for intaglio' collagraphy and drypoint

In this video I explain why die cutting machines are so great for printmaking! If you want relief printing head to Colin Blanchard    • Bringing it All Together. Linocut on the X...   The presses I test are Sizzix Big Shot PLus Spellbinders Platinum Cuttlebug Xcut Xpress Cheery Lynn Big Sister Bira I use Akua carbon black ink and 250g watercolour paper ALL my collagraphy courses use these machines, to find out more head to my website https://sallyhirst.co.uk/printmakingc... Of course a traditional etching press will last a lifetime, but they are expensive if you are not sure you will continue with printmaking. A die cut machine will last you long enough to find out, then when you are ready you can invest in a traditional press.