4 Finds For Printing

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4 printmaking finds by linda germain

I am pleased to share that I am into my first week of the Make Monotypes Course – that I have been working on for the last few months. It is very exciting I am working with 50 artists from all over the world.

Ok, enough of that.  Let me share with you a few good deals from the local bargain stores.  I love to use stuff that is free, but sometimes bargain store deals are good too.

  1. Cosmetic sponges are great for printing small screens like my business card above.
  2. Squeegees are great for thermofax screens.  I have cut a few of these into smaller sizes to works for different size screens.
  3. The cookie sheet is perfect for making the gelatin and glycerin plate for making monotypes.
  4. About once a year, I can find those little treasure boxes.  I like to use the back side of the box for mixed media.  Just cover the other side with brown paper and attach a hanger.
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Support and Inspiration from Others

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I joined the Thriving Artist’s summit in December.  It was a jam packed online series of conversations about thriving as artists.  Bonnie Glendinning was the host and she interviewed more than 25 people who are successfully in the art business.  There is still time to join the conversation.

This video features many of the artists who participated.  I was surprised to see a few folks who I know.  Maybe you will see someone you know too.

My goal now is to actually apply some of what I have learned.

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Inspired to make relief stamp – Matisse

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matisseMatisse started out as a lawyer too.  Maybe that is one reason I feel connected to him/his work.

I love the free hand cut shapes of his later work. His simple and yet powerful line drawing give me hope too.  I have to remind myself to look for inspiration from the masters.  When I look for inspiration, I flip through books for a feeling, a connection an emotion.  It is not really something verbal or even visually.  It is what happens beyond those senses.   Then I have to do something!  Take Action.

 

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