Posted by: kerry (81 posts)
December 24, 200712:00 AM
The above image is a paper lithograph. Paper lithographs are amazingly simple to execute but the results are tough to predict. Basically you gum up a xerox, ink it and then run the inked xerox through the press. The paper xerox is your plate! Optimistically you can get 3-5 prints per paper/plate. Each print is rather unique and thus paper lithos are something like monoprints. This image was created from a xerox of an old drawing of mine. Also I must disclose that my instructor inked up much of this print AND inking up the paper litho seems to be where the real magic happens. One needs to have a soft touch and a keen eye to what the ink is doing to the paper and to the toner (which is receiving the ink) on the paper. Again: amazing! I am very excited about this process and look forward to experimenting further.
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this was my favorite technique in grad school. so easy and great results. are you using gum arabic? and are using a litho press? i wish i could find a way to do this non-toxically without a press and without oil based ink! :)
Posted by: bz | December 25, 2007 4:15 PM
Personally, I think this is one of the best things you've ever made. I like a lot of your work, so please take this as a compliment.
Posted by: eric | December 28, 2007 11:49 AM
your invisible tree...is so pretty
i used it as ipod artwork
personal use
thank you
:)
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Posted by: natalie Abulhosn | January 3, 2008 9:36 PM
kerry, i love this print - really beaufitul!
Posted by: Melissa | January 9, 2008 3:59 PM
that is looking great kerry. very interesting. It adds a richness to the drawing. love it
Posted by: neil plotkin | January 11, 2008 12:44 PM