Block Printing
Block printing brings art history into your classroom with hands-on projects that build essential skills. Students explore pattern design, image composition and printmaking traditions while creating original works. From relief printing basics to advanced techniques, Kurtz Bros. supplies the complete range for teaching block printing with confidence.
Filter By
Water Soluble Block Printing Inks in 5 fluid oz tubes offer a convenient and versatile solution for printmakers. These vibrant, easy-to-use inks are designed for relief printing techniques like linocut and woodcut.
Scratch-Foam Printing Plates are an excellent tool for creating detailed prints and designs with ease. Made from durable foam, these plates allow artists and crafters to quickly scratch or carve their designs.
Presto Foam Printing Plates are a versatile and easy-to-use tool for creating detailed prints and impressions. Made from lightweight foam material, these printing plates allow artists and crafters to carve intricate designs with ease.
The Primary Block Printing Ink Set includes eight essential colors—white, yellow, red, blue, green, brown, and 2 black—specially formulated for block printing and relief printing techniques like linocut and woodcut.
Speedy Cut Blocks are high-quality, soft, and easy-to-carve blocks designed for printmaking. Made from a durable, flexible material, these blocks are perfect for creating detailed, intricate designs with ease.
Speedball Mulberry Paper is a premium, hand-made paper designed specifically for printmaking and fine art projects. Made from high-quality mulberry fibers, this paper is known for its strength, texture, and ability to hold ink beautifully.
Print Making Blocks are a versatile, high-quality tool designed for artists and crafters looking to create custom prints. Made from durable, easy-to-carve material, these blocks allow for precise and intricate designs.
The Plastic Frame Brayer is a high-quality, durable tool designed for efficient ink distribution in printmaking. Featuring a lightweight plastic frame and a hard rubber roller, this brayer ensures smooth, even coverage on your printing surface.
Brayers are essential tools for printmaking, used to evenly apply ink to your printing surface. Featuring a soft rubber roller, these brayers come in various sizes, allowing for precise control over ink distribution.
The inking plate is made of strong unbreakable metal that fits over the edge of a classroom desk or table. It's easily cleaned and may be used as a bench, hook or inking plate.
Clear Carve is a premium, easy-to-carve material designed for printmaking, offering artists a smooth, clear surface for detailed designs. With a soft yet durable texture, these are perfect for linocut, block printing, and other relief printing techniques.
Easy-to-Cut Lino - Unmounted is a high-quality, soft linoleum ideal for printmakers and artists who prefer an easy-to-carve material for their projects. This unmounted lino has a smooth surface that allows for precise carving with minimal effort.
Speedy Carve Blocks are premium, easy-to-carve materials designed for printmaking projects. Made from a soft, flexible composition, these blocks are perfect for creating intricate designs and fine details.
The Akua Intaglio Set is a premium, water-based ink set specifically designed for intaglio and etching printmaking techniques. This set includes a variety of vibrant, rich pigments in 8 oz jars, ideal for detailed, high-quality prints.
Jack Richeson Printmaking Paper, White, is a premium, acid-free paper designed specifically for printmaking projects. With a smooth, durable surface, this 100% cotton paper is perfect for a wide variety of printmaking techniques.
Linoleum Blocks are durable, high-quality materials designed for linocut printmaking. These blocks are made from soft yet sturdy linoleum, providing a smooth surface that's easy to carve.
Complete Block Printing Materials for Every Classroom
Reliable supplies make all the difference. Our block printing collection includes water-soluble inks for easy cleanup, fabric inks for textile projects and professional relief inks for advanced work. Students can carve their designs into foam printing plates, Speedy-Carve blocks or traditional linoleum. They can then transfer images onto paper or fabric using brayers and barens to create vibrant lino prints.
Stock your art program with quality materials that support your curriculum:
Water-soluble block printing inks: Smooth application and vibrant color transfer make relief printing techniques accessible for students at every skill level.
Carving blocks and plates: Choose from Speedy-Carve, Presto Foam or Scratch-Foam printing plates based on student skill level and project goals.
Professional printing tools: Ink application brayers for smooth rolling, barens for hand burnishing and linoleum cutters and handles for precise carving work.
Specialty papers: Washi paper, Speedball Mulberry Paper, and Jack Richeson Printmaking Paper are designed to accept ink beautifully.
Organized Kits and Classroom Tool Sets
Our curated collections deliver professional-grade materials in one convenient package, designed to support both individual projects and full-class instruction.
Ready-to-Use Printmaking Collections
Coordinating supplies across multiple students takes time away from instruction. The Print Making Classroom Tool Assortment and other ready-to-use kits deliver everything in one package. Spend more time focusing on technique instead of tracking down supplies. These organized sets help you manage materials efficiently, reduce prep time and ensure every student has access to quality tools.
Smart Value for Your Art Budget
Complete kits stretch your art budget further while maintaining the quality your program deserves. Each carefully curated collection eliminates guesswork and provides professional-grade supplies at competitive prices that work within school procurement requirements.
Your Partner in Art Education Since 1894
Kurtz Bros. has served schools throughout the eastern United States as an employee-owned company invested in your success. Our seamless process helps customers navigate procurement challenges and budget constraints while meeting quality standards. Here's what sets us apart:
Trusted brand partnerships: We carry products from established names like Speedball for consistent quality you can count on.
Dependable on-time shipping: We maintain reliable delivery schedules that respect your curriculum timeline and project deadlines.
Educational specialist support: Our team understands classroom requirements and can guide you toward supplies that match your curriculum goals.
Comprehensive product selection: We carry soft-carve blocks for beginners, traditional linoleum for advanced students, professional brayers in multiple sizes and specialty papers for every printing technique your curriculum requires.
From woodblock printing to linocut techniques, Kurtz Bros. helps students develop skills in traditional printmaking with high-quality tools.
Order Block Printing Supplies Today
Shop our block printing collection online and place your order today. Whether you need supplies for a single classroom or coordinated materials across your district, Kurtz Bros. delivers the quality and service that make art education easier and accessible for every classroom. Contact us for personalized assistance or questions about your order.