I found that a linoleum block print is an easier way to get started with block printing. The ease of cutting linoleum, the detail, and the smooth texture were helpful as I learn the process. Not having to prepare a wood block and not think about how the wood grain can affect the cutting or print is a plus.
The other challenge is my not being used to the subtractive process of cutting as opposed to the additive process of drawing. I need to find a way for me to visualize the image on the block. Maybe I'll put a color wash on my next piece of linoleum before I transfer my drawing.
At some point, I do feel that I will get back to cutting a wood block to get more organic and rustic-looking prints.
The print above, right, titled "Buddies" 4x6, is on newsprint, it depicts a bird and worm cooling off in a birdbath,.
My Favorite Sandwich Bags
I used Flickr to archive my Sandwich Bag Art because my kids tossed them in the lunch room trash. Not because they didn’t like them, but because they were used to me just making a quick drawing and leaving it around.
I’ve written about how I came to Flickr as the place to archive these quick drawings. You can find almost all the Sandwich Bag Art there; I may have missed a few in the beginning.
I do have my favorite bags, and I have an album on Flickr that I haven’t looked at in at least 6 years. I’m going to share My Favorites album, knowing that I may add or subtract from it. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments about a particular bag or bags in this album.
I also have an album of all the 2,000+ Sandwich Bags I drew when my kids were in elementary school and high school. You can find the Flicker album here.
