Mono Print: Painterly Print Making

In this barebones production, artist and educator Kim Kimerling demonstrates the art of monoprinting, which in this case involves using paints or inks to create a picture on a non-porous flat surface, before transferring onto another medium (usually paper), for one or two copies of a unique work. The process is challenging—requiring a steady hand and a keen sense of timing to ensure that your initial paint-job doesn't dry before you complete the transfer—and Kimerling does a fine job of presenting the craft (he's especially adept at talking while demonstrating the steps). That said, the production suffers from several major oversights: there's no real explanation of monoprinting here, no section on supplies, and no instruction on creating cutouts. Even so, this is still a strong optional purchase for larger arts and crafts collections. Aud: H, C, P. (K. Glaser)