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This documentary invites novices and experienced collectors alike to explore the art of printmaking from the perspective of influential curators, collectors, dealers, historians, printmakers, and artists. It explores the collaborative nature of printmaking, the democratic character of multiples, and the deep-rooted traditions of the art form while visiting museum print rooms, print fairs, galleries, and print workshops in America and Europe. Beginning...
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"From the search for inspiration, through the carving of wood and the spread of ink, into conversations with philosopher-poet Mark Nepo on the value of creative work, filmmaker and artist Mary Brodbeck has assembled a layered overview of how a Japanese woodblock print becomes made. We travel with her to Japan where she interacts with her teacher of 15 years as well as numerous woodblock print artists gathered at a Kyoto conference. Along the way,...
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Peggy Flores explains and demonstrates relief printing by using flat cardboard, styrofoam, and string which are glued onto cardboard, painted, and inked. She also cares on vinyl blocks to create images which she then prints. The film also demonstrates a variety of simple tools such as brayers, carving tools, and bench hooks. Many student prints are also shown.