Collagraph & Drypoint on a Cold Press Laminator (It Works!)

Can you really use a cold press laminator as an etching press? In this video, I’m testing my setup to see if it can handle both drypoint and collagraph prints. I’ll walk you through my specific setup, show you 3 live printing demonstrations, and share my best tips for getting best results . If you're looking for a cheap DIY etching press alternative for your home studio, this might be the answer. #printmaking #drypoint #collagraph #diyart #artiststudio #coldpresslaminator #experimentalprintmaking #cplprinting These are the machines: that's the one I have : INTBUYING Cold Laminator - https://amzn.to/4nTaeBR VEVOR - https://amzn.to/4us4O3m These are affiliate links - I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you Here is the link to a FB forum I mentioned:   / 820951851800567   (Printing with Cold Press Laminator) If my printmaking and mixed media tutorials help you grow as an artist, or you enjoy my book reviews, you can support my channel here: Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/ij0npe9nsu Thank you for being here. 💛 Want to learn more about my art - check my portfolio - https://www.martanowickaart.com/works MY FAVORITE ART SUPPLIES Disclaimer: These are affiliate links. As an Amazon and Jackson’s Art affiliate, I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I use and love! PRINTMAKING Brayers/Rollers Large Japanese brayer , which I highly recommend - https://tidd.ly/46viYaS Speedball Soft Rubber Brayer 2" - https://amzn.to/4540M73 Speedball Soft Rubber Brayer 4" - https://amzn.to/4l6SuzT Printmaking inks: AKUA Inks (easy to clean with water, soy-based) *Intaglio Inks - https://tidd.ly/4jqHA97 *Liquid pigments - https://tidd.ly/3Nyi5Xe Cranfield Caliago Safe Wash Inks (oil based, easy to clean with water ) Etching inks (best for etchings, drypoints, and collagraphs) - https://tidd.ly/452eqaP Relief inks (best for relief printing & monotypes ) https://tidd.ly/4fmbXLP But sometimes I use them interchangeably Printmaking Plates/ Surfaces AKUA Printmaking plates - https://tidd.ly/3YZcsE5 PET Plexi plate - https://amzn.to/41ntLjL Printmaking Papers BFK Reves paper - https://tidd.ly/49uBbFh (for intaglio, relief and monotypes) Fabriano Rosaspina paper (more budget-friendly) - https://tidd.ly/44Vf6hF (I use it for monotypes, collagraphs , other prints) Hahnemühle Copperplate Paper - https://tidd.ly/49HrwML (thick paper - great for collagraph , intaglio and blind embossing) for Proof prints and testing, experiments - Strathmore Printmaking Paper series 400 - https://amzn.to/4la2cRW Other printmaking supplies: Carborundum Gel - https://amzn.to/4fuAa2E AKUA Wiping Fabric - https://amzn.to/40OLAIk Nori paste (rice glue for Chine Colle) - https://www.dickblick.com/products/ak... Etching press: Conrad Etching presses (professional presses) - I am using E-24 (bed size 24x48), but for a smaller home studios I highly recommend : Conrad E18 - https://tidd.ly/4qcv1AO Conrad E15 - https://tidd.ly/3NaiQFW Conrad E12 - https://tidd.ly/4bmHA7V As a little bit less expensive alternative (comparing to conrad E12), I recommend. Blick 906. I had it before I bought a Conrad press. This press is not as heavy as Blick presses (and easier to transport if you need to move it), I successfully printed using this press collagraphs, etchings, monotypes and more . It's a geared press, and it's very easy to operate. Blick 906 Etching Press - https://tidd.ly/4qK2rXq --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Polish artist & intercultural / expat coach sharing printmaking and painting tutorials, art book reviews & expat life insights. Step-by-step techniques, creative experiments & honest stories about making art across borders. Subscribe for art + life inspiration! ✨ Marta Nowicka – Artist Across Borders Stay in touch with me: 🌐 Website: martanowickaart.com 📸 Instagram: @abstractartbymarta 📬 Join my mailing list: martanowickaart.com/email-newsletter