Not long ago after getting tired of sharpening my lino cutting tool every three seconds and still not having it sharp I decided “Enough!” I have been cutting with the same old tools for 30 years and had gotten used to their quirks so much that it never even occurred to me to look for something else. But it did on that wonderful day a week or two ago.
So I called up the wonderful people at McClain’s printmaking supplies and asked a bunch of questions, thought about the information over the weekend, then called back on Monday and placed my order. Today, packaged with great care, were my supplies, some samples of blocks, technical information print outs, and their beautiful catalogue. The catalogue is such a treat because it contains artwork submitted by printmakers from everywhere.
I have come to realize that dealing with specialty stores for something that is really important to you is really the only way to go. Great service and expert advice are priceless. And a bonus: going through he catalogue, I came across one of my linocuts reprinted!
Diane Podolsky 
Pretty cool seeing one your prints. Was it for sale or just a sample of what could be done?
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They ask for submissions every year for the upcoming catalogue. I sent some images and they picked this one.
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Congratulations on your new things and being in their catalog!
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Diane,
It does feel so good to be home. To feel comfortable and secure in familiar spots and spaces. To have
Needs met without a lot of explanation, or without any at all.
Good for you to have this.
Sheldon
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Xo
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Great story, Diane! I’ve been bringing stuff home from the studio to work on here, but I forgot my set of woodcut chisels – I’ve had then since I was a kid – at least 60 years, and they’ve had so little use they’re still sharp. Some woodcuts would be a great home project, especially since I could sit outside to cut. As always, thanks for your stimulating posts.
Anders
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Is your studio building closed?
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