Some attempts at letterpress.

So when I get actual type, and don't have to resort to using metal leather stamping letters, I will probably get better results.
Also, I think I'll try to use my intaglio ink instead of the water-based block printing ink. Oh, and nicer paper. Hmph.

The instructions that came with my bottle jack are super shoddy. They told me what to do, but did not tell me how to do it (or where, for that matter, the release valve was located).

Lesson learned: Turn valve too far to the left, spill oil everywhere.

Ban Comic Sans?

Comic Sans from Sam and Anita on Vimeo.

Douglas Wilson

I don't know much about Douglas Wilson, other than that he has good taste, and also seems to be interested in hand painted signs, letterpress, and vintage design.

His blog is full of gems.

Maybe I need a website...

I used to have a website. It was fairly complicated, most of the links were broken, and I could only update it if I used a certain computer. Needless to say, this wasn't high on my priorities. I often forgot that I had it. Most of my hopes for this website were solved by Etsy, that is, to sell the things I make. When I received my yearly e-mail asking for more money, it was simple to tell him I didn't think I should have a site anymore.

Now, however, I think I need one again. I've got dreamweaver on my computer, and I don't really know how to use it. Also, I haven't really tried.

My roommate at my last residency told me that it is really important to have a website. I suppose I should listen to her, because selling paintings is her primary source of income.

And when you google my name, you don't get anything associated with me. There is a website filled with art and design I am proud to say isn't mine.

Here's hoping EmilyRArmstrong.com is available.
I suppose I should get on that.



This company might design nice objects, but there is something lacking in their website.