Woodcut printmaker Rod Nelson explains how to sharpen and grind woodcutting tools.

Taken from the video 'Making Woodblock Prints with Merlyn Chesterman and Rod Nelson' Rod explains how to keep your tools sharp with regular sharpening while working. He also explains how and why you also need to grind a new edge for your tools periodically. 'Making Woodblock Prints with
'Making Woodblock Prints' gives a solid foundation to the art of woodblock printmaking, the techniques involved, inspiring ideas for making prints and goes on to explore more advanced printing techniques.
Both Rod and Merlyn have extensive knowledge of woodblock printmaking and exhibit their work widely both at home and abroad. They teach woodblock printmaking at West Dean College.
You can buy the DVD or download from the Artisan Media Shop at artisanmasterclass.com or artisanmasterclass.co.uk

[@nesbeth22]

This is a fantastic tutorial. So clearly and nicely presented.

[@sullava]

Very informative. Rod explains it all very well in a really nice and calm manner. Great video!

[@YuvakTuladhar]

Thanks for showing how to sharpen wood cut tools so clearly.

[@merjalouka]

Thanks Rod Nelson, very good video!

[@philipleach5136]

Thank you Rod, I'm looking forward to my sharpened tools!

[@aaronolsonreiners]

Thanks Rod. Nicely explained!

[@michaelflynn6178]

Thanks

[@alynneloup7707]

Best I’ve seen. Thank you

[@beberbank8894]

very clear thankyou - as have concern with machine grinding 'wrecking' the metal properties?

[@teagrey1624]

how do i grind it with the sets of sandpapers?

[@ellengeyer5000]

I’ve been looking up Autosol metal polish on Amazon in the US. Is it the same thing as Scratch Remover? Can you give more details about the specifications of this product or any other brand? Thank you.

[@arielle2745]

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