How is print making different from painting?

Printmaking involves creating images by transferring ink from a matrix, such as a woodblock, etching, or lithographic stone, onto paper, allowing for multiple copies of the same artwork. In contrast, painting is typically a one-of-a-kind process where pigments are applied directly onto a surface, like canvas or paper. Printmaking often emphasizes techniques and processes that can generate textures and layering, while painting focuses more on brushwork and color application. The reproducibility of printmaking also distinguishes it from the singular nature of painting.