Information Density: Speedball Art Products – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

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[H2] We've been making art supplies since 1899, with a relentless commitment to quality
Our love for art and making art products is only surpassed by the deep love and respect we have for our artist community.
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Ceramics
[H3] Find your Center
These centering ribs are perfect for beginners or pros that need some support.
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Block Printing
[H3] Bigger is Better
The Pro Brayer is here! Take your relief printing to the next level.
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[H3] Iridescent Inks
This shimmery line magically changes color with the paper.
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Paper & Journals
[H3] Smooth Operator
Find the best surface for your next watercolor project. We have options!

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ARTIST COLLABORATIONS
[H2] Our deep love for artists has led to essential partnerships and innovative products.
Our love for art and making art products is only surpassed by the genuine commitment and respect we have for our artist community. Whether co-developing our latest innovation, designing packaging or centering our social media programming on artists and their processes – supporting artists and that collaboration is our fuel. Like them, we have a common drive to create, hand-making art products since 1899.
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Artist Collaborations

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Bill Fick

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Speedball Professional Relief Ink

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Susan Rostow

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Akua Printmaking Ink

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Nancy Sowder

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Mid-Fire Glazes

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[IMG: Four brightly colored Boss Base tools in green, blue, orange and red.]

Rich Brown

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Boss Base

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Multiple Artists

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Speedball Textbook

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Jennifer Whilden

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Boss Ribs

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Melissa Esplin

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Hand Lettering & Journaling Kit

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David Grimes

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Masgrimes Triangle

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Alex Carmona

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Spinback Rotating Bench Hook

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meet our retailers: wet paint
[H2] Shop small all year long at your local art shop
Wet Paint is a locally owned fine art supply store, arts classroom, and custom picture framing shop in St. Paul, Minnesota. They offer a wide range of art materials, including paints, brushes, papers, and drawing tools, catering to artists of all levels. In addition to retail products, Wet Paint provides art classes and workshops, fostering creativity within the community. Their Instagram account showcases new products, upcoming classes, and highlights from the local art scene.
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OUR BRANDS
[H2] Over twenty brands committed to the same quality & value.

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Speedball started in 1899 as a pen company and has evolved to become one of the most known art supply companies in the world. Along the way we’ve acquired and launched additional brands beside our flagship Speedball name.
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TOGETHER WE MAKE
[H2] Made with Speedball

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[IMG: Black pen and ink illustration of a Great Egret spreading its wings with an intricate floral background.]

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[IMG: Intricate relief print of boxer Mohammad Ali in a boxer pose in black with red designs and copy in the background.]

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The incredible work our customers create with our products continues to inspire us. We’re forever grateful to the artistic community and their partnership in helping shape the products we make.
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[H1] Pro Artist Network
Browse work by makers from all over the world and learn more about how many of today’s most well-known and respected professional artists use Speedball in their studios.
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[H2] Browse artists by technique

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[H3] Block Printing
Explore block printing: hand-carved prints with unique, powerful visuals.
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[H3] Screen Printing
Explore screen printing: artists layer ink to create vibrant, multi-colored designs.
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Explore ceramics: from pottery to sculpture, shaping raw clay into timeless works of art.
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[H3] Calligraphy & Illustration
Explore calligraphy, where words transform into flowing compositions of timeless beauty.
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[H3] Akua Printmaking
Explore detailed, eco-friendly art with Akua’s water-based inks.
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[H3] Demo Artist Program
Explore education, inspiration, and love from independent printmakers.
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A printmaker and illustrator based near Washington, DC, her vibrant work explores pop culture, nostalgia, and the delicate balance of the natural world.View Artist
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A Dublin printmaking studio founded by husband-and-wife, Julie and Owen. Their work captures iconic Irish architecture in a vibrant, bold style, combining traditional printmaking with a fresh, modern approach.View Artist
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A full-time ceramic artist, Heidi's work has appeared in top publications, galleries nationwide and on The Today Show. Her sculptural and functional pieces are defined by high-contrast color and are inspired by everyday life.View Artist

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ARTIST-LED PHILOSOPHIES
[H2] Creatives at our Core
Collaboration is the foundation for all that fuels us here at Speedball. Over the past ten years, we have had the fortune to expand our artist family to include several hundred of some of the most celebrated artists in their respective categories. The partnerships that have come forth in that time have spearheaded our new product development projects to ensure we’re creating items that your studios need with the quality performance and working properties your process demands. We also team up with artists, community organizations, and shops to offer material and promotional support, all in effort to make our products and their associated techniques as accessible as possible to ensure we can inspire and enrich artist of all skill levels all over the world.
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Bill Fick

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Speedball Professional Relief Ink

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Susan Rostow

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Akua Printmaking Ink

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Nancy Sowder

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Mid-Fire Glazes

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Rich Brown

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Boss Base

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Multiple Artists

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Speedball Textbook

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Jennifer Whilden

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Boss Ribs

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Melissa Esplin

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Hand Lettering & Journaling Kit

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David Grimes

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Masgrimes Triangle

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Alex Carmona

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[H1] New & Featured

Striving to always meet the needs of students, artists and professionals alike Speedball is constantly evolving our product offerings. Find the latest and greatest additions here to build out your studio with your favorite new tools and materials.
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[H2] Professional Brayers

Engineered for professional environments, this brayer features spherical bearings and a high-capacity roller for a big, flawlessly smooth ink rollout. A redefin…

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[H2] Photopolymer Emulsion

Designed to deliver outstanding durability and detail for printers working with water-based, discharge, and plastisol inks, Speedball Professional Photopolymer …

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[H2] Iridescent Dip Inks

Speedball Iridescent Dip Inks are formulated from the best pigments on earth, making them ideal for a variety of techniques! Inks are intermixable, waterproof, …

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[H2] Speedball New Product Development
With a long history of manufacturing top of the line art materials and tools, Speedball is always learning and evolving to meet the needs of artists around the world. All new product development is informed and shaped by feedback from customers and partner artists to provide studios with the tools and materials they need to create their best work. Starting from an idea, every new product is tested in real studios with real artists prior to launch, ensuring the quality artists have come to rely on.

[H2] Need some inspiration?

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[H3] Meet the Artists
Plug into our community, explore incredible art and read about process and technique. Artists from all over the world, see
who inspires us.
Pro Artist Network

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[H3] Visit Our Blog
From deep dives into block printing or calligraphy, to new product unboxing, our articles are crafted to spark your
creativity and sharpen your skills.
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[H1] Block Printing

From inks and modifiers to blocks & brayers, we have it all! With quality products that support your block printing journey, beginner and pro alike.
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[H2] Inks + Modifiers

Across a diverse library of colors and effects, our relief inks and modifiers deliver superior quality for beginners and professionals alike.

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[H2] Tools + Accessories

Build out your studio with tools to support your block printing process, from cutters and brayers to barens and presses.

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[H2] Carving Surfaces

Create crisp detailed prints with our wide range of block printing surfaces including our iconic Speedy-Carve blocks.

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[H2] Kits + Sets

Kits expertly curated with top notch tools, inks and accessories to give you everything you need to start your next block printing project.

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Meticulous monochrome prints using line and contrast to create depth and detail. View Artist
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[H3] Daniel Villa
Detailed rich narrative prints through specific non toxic printing practices.View Artist
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[H3] Simone Bryant
Playful rubber stamps with smooth ink gradients, often working to make custom logo stamps.View Artist
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[H3] Mindy Schumacher
Thoughtful, eclectic and nostalgic designs incorperating botanical and mythological themes.View Artist
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[H3] Sarah Reed-McNamara
Visual introspective storytelling prints with rich gradients and nostalgic inspirations. View Artist
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[H3] Ester Elzinga
Utilizing repeated imagery to created custom whimsical patterns on fabric for a range of projects.View Artist

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[H2] Get Inspired

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[H5] Carve, roll, press, and print with Speedball tools!

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[H5] Learn how to create a gradient 2-color print

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[H5] DIY fun t-shirts with block printing

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[H2] Block Printing FAQs

Block printing is a relief printing technique in which an image is carved onto a surface and ink is applied to the block to transfer or print the image to another surface like paper or fabric. An ancient printing method, block printing traditionally uses wood for carving and in modernity different types of linoleum or soft blocks are used most often.

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What is a brayer?

A brayer, sometimes called a roller, is a tool used to get an even coating of ink applied to your block surface for printing. For a variety of block and ink types, Speedball offers two main materials for brayers with soft rubber and hard rubber options.

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What is a baren?

A baren is a handheld tool used to apply pressure to evenly transfer an image from a block for a smooth print. Often disc shaped, barens can be made from a variety of hard surface materials good for different printing methods.

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Why did my print come out backwards?

In block printing, your carving must be a mirror image of your desired print as the printing process necessitates the paper or block be flipped over when transferring the inked image. This means you must carve any letters reversed so they print correctly.

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Why are some items AP certified and others CL certified?

Both are certifications recieved from the Art and Creative Materials Institute as a result of extensive toxicological testing. AP is for products that contain no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or injurious to humans, including children, or to cause acute or chronic health problems. CL is for products that are labeled in accordance with the chronic hazard labeling standard and are certified to be not hazardous if used in accordance with directions on packaging.

[H2] Need some inspiration?

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[H3] Meet the Artists
Plug into our community, explore incredible art and read about process and technique. Artists from all over the world, see
who inspires us.
Pro Artist Network

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[H3] Visit Our Blog
From deep dives into block printing or calligraphy, to new product unboxing, our articles are crafted to spark your
creativity and sharpen your skills.
Explore the Blog

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[H3] Design Bank
Perfect for your next screen printing project. Explore our collection of stencils that are designed to inspire and simplify your creative process.
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