I’m Emily Hamblin and I started Hard-Pressed Studio as a side project. A dabble into the waters of printing with a linoleum carving kit from my fiance and an invitation to sit in on a few classes my printer friend Guy Stricklin taught. I became smitten.

I fell in love with the process and creative medium. I love the physicality of carving the blocks. I enjoy the puzzles inherent in the process of designing images backwards, lining up blocks and paper, playing with inks, adding water color, deciding on using a press or hand pulling a block…all provide puzzles. Each print is a unique expression of ink transferring from block to paper or fabric.

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Located in Central Mississippi with many shows in Clinton, Ridgeland, Jackson, and Madison. I also participate in markets in Baton Rouge Louisiana as well. Be sure to check the events page and calendar!