Learn: Blog Articles, Insights & Expertise

I believe the world is better when we share ideas. I never stop learning, growing, or seeking new inspiration, and I take joy in sharing my knowledge with others.

I invite you to join me as I delve into technical topics, design considerations, industry trends, recommended resources, and other arcane subjects. I also share my artistic explorations in printmaking, photography, book arts, collage, and other fascinating endeavors.

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A close look at the hands of Paul Nylander as he works ink into an intaglio photogravure plate.
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Photogravure: Moss Landing

Through a series of steps involving dozens of variables, I transform a digital photograph into a continuous-tone black-and-white image, which is then used in a photographic process for platemaking to create the intaglio printing plate.

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A cyan blue cover with a printed old-fashioned key shown with the slightly opened book.
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Key Book

“Key” is a limited edition letterpress + photcopy concertina book, designed to gradually reveal the key to life.

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Design and indie publishing perspectives from Illustrada Design

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