The production of woodcuts, described by the author as a "medium difficult craft," is the oldest of graphic mediums. Originating in the Orient, its history was closely connected with the development of printing, reaching perhaps its finest expression in the woodcuts of Dürer and the Japanese artists. Though for many years it was considered a relatively obscure craft, the woodcuts of such artists as Munch, Picasso, and Gauguin have led to an increasing appreciation and renewed interest in its history and methods. Warwick Hutton's book presents both a history of the craft and a compete step-by-step guide to making woodcuts, beginning with the selection of materials and tools, the techniques of carving and printing the design, and ending with the framing or mounting of the finished print. The emphasis throughout is informal and practical – the author drawing on extensive experience in the craft to give the reader a wealth of informative suggestions. Fully illustrated, including examples of the author’s own work, this handbook will interest beginners and experts alike.