Printmaker

/ˈprɪntˌmeɪ.kɚ/

noun

A person who produces artworks through the process of printing.

The printmaker created a stunning series of etchings that sold out quickly.

Often appears as...

graphic artist
fine art printmaker

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noun

A person who produces artworks through the process of printing.

The printmaker created a stunning series of etchings that sold out quickly.

Often appears as...

graphic artist
fine art printmaker

Usage tips

Neutral

General

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Pro Tip 1/3

Understanding Techniques

There are many techniques used by printmakers that can drastically change the style and appearance of the prints. For instance, lithography produces different effects than screen printing.

A good printmaker knows how to choose the right technique for their vision.

Pro Tip 2/3

Formal versus Informal

In professional settings, refer to someone as a 'printmaker' to highlight their specialty; informally, artists may also just say they make prints.

Choose your words based on the audience you are addressing.

Pro Tip 3/3

Market Trends

Printmakers must continuously adapt to art market trends to succeed in selling their works.

Stay updated on what styles or techniques are currently popular.

Pro Tip 1/3

Understanding Techniques

There are many techniques used by printmakers that can drastically change the style and appearance of the prints. For instance, lithography produces different effects than screen printing.

A good printmaker knows how to choose the right technique for their vision.

Pro Tip 2/3

Formal versus Informal

In professional settings, refer to someone as a 'printmaker' to highlight their specialty; informally, artists may also just say they make prints.

Choose your words based on the audience you are addressing.

Pro Tip 3/3

Market Trends

Printmakers must continuously adapt to art market trends to succeed in selling their works.

Stay updated on what styles or techniques are currently popular.

Pro Tip 1/3

Understanding Techniques

There are many techniques used by printmakers that can drastically change the style and appearance of the prints. For instance, lithography produces different effects than screen printing.