Digital Alchemy

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This book guides readers in creating distinctive art by blending classic printmaking techniques with modern technology. The author, renowned for her innovative digital transfer methods, has developed all the techniques showcased within. Her previous work on digital printing techniques sold over 20,000 copies in five years. The processes outlined can be executed using affordable desktop printing technology. With a background as a traditional painter and printmaker, Bonny Lhotka introduces new innovations that merge centuries-old printmaking with contemporary technology, enabling artists to express their creativity in unprecedented ways. By integrating digital images into traditional prints and bringing digital works into the tactile realm, photographers, printmakers, and artists can seamlessly incorporate these techniques into their studios. The book details fundamental processes and materials for transferring images onto various surfaces, including wood, plaster, stone, and plastic, and progresses to creating images on metal through direct printing or transfers with budget-friendly printers. Advanced techniques encompass the creation of decals, skins, and intricate mixed media compositions. Each of the 20+ projects includes step-by-step instructions and tips tailored for professional photographers, artists, students, and enthusiastic hobbyists.