DIY Rembrandt Press Printing Press

DIY Rembrandt Press Printing Press
by Bill Ritchie

• Awarded April 15, 2014
• CLIENT: Emeralda Works, Perfect Press Division - A Seattle Company in Washington State, USA
• 27.758

This Do It Yourself toy printing press is modeled from European designs that were used in the 17th Century by famous artists like Goya and Piranesi. The kit includes a wood printing plate after the old master, Rembrandt van Rijn. The press, like Rembrandt’s, is made of wood and suited for assembly by young people. It is good for teaching the art of hand printmaking. An added USB flash thumb drive set in the woodwork connects to a Smartphone or tablet so that users may download lessons free and also follow links to online resources such as the creator’s online print making magazine.