The Lonely Robot

Printmaking Class

I have a blast with my printmaking classes.  This video, shot with my new iPhone, captures the moment when one of my students discovers the magic of printmaking.  She is using a techique called Chine-collé, where you lay pieces of cut paper on the inked plate, glue side up, and run it through the press.  The results are, well, see for yourself:

Sonoma Oaks Linocut Print

She's finished!  Here is the first pull, done around 5:30 this afternoon, and I am happy that the effect I was going for - carving the trees in such a way to simulate the bark - turned out the way I wanted it to.

This print is available on the 3 Fish Studios online store for $50.00.  

Here are some other images from the prep:

I documented earlier parts of my process for this print here. Enjoy!

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Oak Branches - A New Linocut in Progress