You're right. There's tons of really awesome artists and techniques out there, but it can quickly become pretty complex and a lot of work. Have you maybe considered, instead of doing more formal block printing, maybe experimenting with making your own inks?I've been doing a lot of research into printing, as in carved-print-printing, and it's pretty cool. But also a little too serious. I like my stamps. I think I'm going to continue artistically experimenting with a healthy mixture of both approaches.
You are bringing my whole life full circle, I made ink from pokeberries and wrote using quills from our local domesticated geese when I was a very, very cool and popular early teen. Funny how things work out!
Lady, you're just legit. Don't let anyone let you think otherwise. I saw a few videos on dye making, which came from watching videos about block printing on fabric actually, and have loved the idea. Ink making looks a heck of a lot more accessible and I've been mulling over giving it a shot.