William Blake, born in London in 1757, was one of the worlds greatest and well known poet and visual artist, his work was mainly part of the romantic era. ‘For Blake, the Bible was the greatest work of poetry ever written, and comprised the basis of true art, as opposed to the false, pagan ideal of Classicism.’ (Elizabeth Barker, 2004). William’s artwork was mainly from the Bible, Shakespeare and Milton, amongst other sources too. There is no record of any of his artwork getting commissions or public exhibitions. Printmaking was the main technique used in William’s work. Relief etching was the style that he used the most. Relief etching allowed him to have all the control over all aspects of his work. William’s most celebrated achievements