Part 2: Project 7 (Task 3): Multi block print

I began the day by cutting out the sky area from Plate #3. I feel this has more impact upon the expression of isolation inherent in this lonely scene.

I had considered leaving a gull-shaped area in the sky. I tested this out on the original design and decided that the addition of a lifeform to the scene would decrease its sense of loneliness. I was keen to express a sense of isolation in this design, and did not wish to risk it becoming too cheerful.

The above is using plate #3, therefore the last layer of ink on the image. I have prepared several print layers using plate #1 as illustrated below:

Comparing the first image with those using Hosho paper, the difference in print quality is remarkable. I am officially a Hosho paper enthusiast.

Also, I took a stab at Abbey View:

The edges of the print on Hosho paper are so much sharper than before. I should add that I am now using a decent student quality brayer for inking my plates.

For the yellow and green images I shall likely use purple ink for the #2 plate layer. I have also printed from plate #1 using strawberry icecream pink as follows:

I think purple or slate blue – a cool colour – on top of pink maybe effective.

The next stage using plate #2 will have to wait 48 hours for the ink to at least be touch dry.