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Hand Printing


Hand printing is a technique used in making original limited edition prints. It is a planographic printing process where an impression is taken from a sheet of plastic, glass or a plate that has paint or ink brushed or rolled onto it. The image is created by the artist working into the ink with a brush, fingers or any other implement that will not scratch the support sheet. Ink or paint is also selectively wiped off areas of the plate allowing the artist to work spontaneously and quickly. The sheet of paper is laid on top of the plate and it is run through the press. You can also press the paper onto the plate by hand1.

Handprint art is another form of hand printing that can be done by children and adults alike. It involves creating art using one’s handprint as a base. For example, one can create a single piece of artwork to give to a grandparent or relative or are you planning to track your child’s hand size through time using artful designs? If tracking the changes in hand size, purchase a large art folder to keep the paintings in. Always date the back of each piece of artwork for reference2.



The difference between hand printing and block printing is that hand printing is a technique of applying paint or ink directly to the hand and transferring it to a surface, while block printing is a technique of carving a design into a block of wood, metal, or other material and using it to print on a surface. Hand printing can create unique and varied designs, but block printing can produce more precise and consistent designs. Some examples of hand printing are handprint art, fingerprint art, and palmistry. Some examples of block printing are woodblock printing, linocut printing, and stamping.

Hand printing and block printing are both used for different purposes, such as creating art, decorating fabrics, making cards, and more. Hand printing is more suitable for personal and expressive projects, while block printing is more suitable for professional and detailed projects. Hand printing and block printing are both forms of relief printing, which means that the ink or paint is applied to the raised areas of the design and the recessed areas are left blank. However, hand printing and block printing have different tools and processes involved.

Here are some steps to follow for hand printing and block printing:

  • Hand printing:

    1. Choose a surface to print on, such as paper, fabric, or canvas.
    2. Choose a paint or ink that is suitable for the surface and the type of hand printing you want to do.
    3. Apply the paint or ink to your hand or fingers using a brush, roller, sponge, or other tool.
    4. Press your hand or fingers onto the surface to create an impression.
    5. Repeat the process with different colors, shapes, and patterns as desired.
    6. Let the print dry completely before displaying or using it.

  • Block printing:

    1. Choose a surface to print on, such as paper, fabric, or canvas.
    2. Choose a block material that is suitable for the design you want to create, such as wood, metal, lino, or acrylic.
    3. Draw or trace your design onto the block using a pencil or marker.

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