#studioproject3

Continuing on with the experience of printmaking, I began to think of the paper and overall design that I wanted the print to be placed on. From this, my mind went right to what I enjoy drawing--ink pen flowers on paper. I then went to my sketchbook to find some of my drawings (pictured below) to use as a reference and experimentation as to what my print would look like with such a backdrop design. I drew up a sample of what the background could be and one that I could scan and replicate to make identical prints (pictured below)!

I also began thinking about size. Briefly experimenting with this as well, I decided that the 9″ X 12″ max. size would simply be too large, and opted instead for a smaller 9″ X 6″ piece instead. This coupled with the design I believe will add character and whimsical visual interest to the piece while placing the print center-stage and highlighting what I enjoy creating in the process.

I also decided to cut my print to fit the shape of the main subject--a choice that I believe will enhance the overall print and allow both it and the background print to shine together!

Above: Sketchbook drawings (inspiration!)

Above: 9″ X 6″ paper sketch for print to be placed on

Above: Lino print block and paper sketch!

For this studio project, I am diving into the world of printmaking, particularly through the carving of linoleum blocks and the practice of lino-cutting. Aspects of line, value, and emphasis are believe are majorly in play during the design, creation, carving, and printing within this project, from knowing where to carve so the ink will fill and darken specific points of visual interest, to creating implied texture through the implementation of carved lines on the lino “canvas”.

Being my first experience with printmaking I am so excited to be learn about and having the opportunity to create and experiment with carving, soft linoleum, and, of course, ink!  I was inspired for my print through my love for flowers and floral prints, which was magnified through a magazine image (below) that I had found for a previous art activity. I knew I had to make it!

Although discussing in class that a printing press can perform the actions of lying down ink and pressing our carved images onto paper, I believe this project is an experience that not only teaches me about printmaking and the value of hand-crafted work, but also allows me to slow down and value art that, like this, has many steps, processes, and creative duration! I look forward to seeing how it turns out!

Above: Magazine image inspiration (as referenced above)

Above: Tracing of subject and tracing sheet (following imprint on lino block)

Above: competed print on Lino block

First 3 prints! (getting better over time :) )

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UPDATE: 

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-fVdiZqd0cHbVHbEepdA5E1PuP5nLYgT

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1VmjJBs-USmxVemXvJeCUbRohUYvH65kL

TETHERED

6.3” x 3” 

Tree branches, string, playing cards, yarn pom poms, rocks, Durham’s rock-hard 

This sculpture represents the artist’s time and reflection of “safe-at-home.” the cards numbers represent the weeks passing- week four she went crazy, weeks 6 & 7 she built this sculpture. We are the cards, blowing in the wind, yet we are tethered where we are, safe in our homes.