When carving a lino it is the negative (what will be white) that I am removing from the lino. With no tone it can be difficult to see what lines you want to keep, the positive (colour) and visa versa.
TIP: I find a really good way to see what the image will look like as you are carving is to use at least a 9b pencil and rub over the lino surface, similar to a paper rubbing. Saves ink and paper if less proofing is needed.
What I find irritating about paper rubbings, when you want to see the positive line impressions as it would print, is the paper moving and also it doesn't pick up the finest detailed lines.
I think about another half a days work and then it will be time for proof printing. Really excited about this print, will keep you posted as the first print will be given away in my first big freebie and we all love those right? :)
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