Summary
The video delves into the intricacies of traditional printing processes, likening them to a drawing process where carving and printing each constitute 30%. The speaker shares their experience handling drawing, carving, and printing, showcasing the diverse media used in printmaking. Emphasis is placed on woodblock printing, discussing the unique qualities of Washi surface and the fusion of Asian and Western spatial concepts in artwork creation. Additionally, the challenges and techniques associated with using natural inks for woodblock printing are explored, shedding light on the complexities of achieving desired print effects.
The Drawing Process
The speaker discusses how every process is like a drawing process, where 30% is carving and 30% is actual printing, highlighting the creative process involved in traditional printing.
Traditional Printers
Exploration of traditional printers' roles and how they received images to create prints, contrasting with the speaker's experience of handling all three processes - drawing, carving, and printing.
Vast Array of Media
The speaker reflects on the wide range of media available for creating prints, such as film, wood blocks, and the personal and artistic connection to creating prints by oneself with different materials.
Woodlock Printing Experience
Discussion on the speaker's affinity for woodblock printing, the unique qualities of Washi surface, and the difference in print styles between Asian and Western traditions.
Questioning Western Space Concepts
The speaker's shift in perspective towards Western space representations and the influence of Asian spatial concepts on their work, leading to a questioning of traditional Western artistic practices.
Use of Natural Inks
Exploration of the use of natural inks in woodblock printing, including the challenges of stability and fading, as well as the traditional methods used to apply ink for desired print effects.
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