In several stylistic ways, it does, which makes this an easy transition. But in approach, it is quite the opposite! One of the reasons I am learning linocut is to teach myself patience and deliberation, instead of only relying on speed and instinct.
Agree that your style lends itself to print tech, your characters are like graphic icons. Yet they are also each unique, like snowflakes. Why would you want one to multiply?
I started out as a printmaker. I love print. Truly. But it is also a rabbit hole. Approach with caution.
Good question, Robert! I am not sure where this journey will lead. It started with simply wanting to make more things by hand. But it is helping me grow in some unexpected ways already. I am about to make some tiny people carvings today. Maybe I will have an answer to the why (or not) soon!
Your style lends itself so well to linocut!! So excited to see how it goes
In several stylistic ways, it does, which makes this an easy transition. But in approach, it is quite the opposite! One of the reasons I am learning linocut is to teach myself patience and deliberation, instead of only relying on speed and instinct.
I love the part of letting go of expectations.
Best of luck with linocuts!
Agree that your style lends itself to print tech, your characters are like graphic icons. Yet they are also each unique, like snowflakes. Why would you want one to multiply?
I started out as a printmaker. I love print. Truly. But it is also a rabbit hole. Approach with caution.
Good question, Robert! I am not sure where this journey will lead. It started with simply wanting to make more things by hand. But it is helping me grow in some unexpected ways already. I am about to make some tiny people carvings today. Maybe I will have an answer to the why (or not) soon!