This was so eye opening to me too! That first exposure in Quebec was the tip of the iceberg (ha ha). The Blackwood exhibit was amazing in that it combined not just the beautiful artwork but also video about the process and a lot examples that showed the iteration of one piece printed several times with subtle variations. Iām glad you enjoyed this!
I was as mesmerized by your story as I was by the intagli! Especially the whales. The rilette recipe will be made tonight!! You are a goddess for this. Sounds perfect
I learned so much, Elizabeth! I was familiar with print making but did not know so many of the details you mentioned. What inspired and incredible talents printmakers are! And this rilette sounds so much like one my MIL makes with smoked salmon. Delicious!
That exhibit really got me interested in the whole process! The work is so beautiful, especially those gorgeous whales. And now I want to go back to Quebec to see more of Jean-Pierre Sauveās work.
And yes do try the rillettesāso easy and tasty š
Having dabbled a bit in printmaking myself, what challenges the artist is the necessity to think in reverse relief, to stretch oneself to envision the world and its impression. What a beautiful deep examination youāve we
Beautifully written - and I learned something new about art. Iām also in awe of whales and how majestic and mysterious they are- and I love that print!
Thanks so much Kerry! There was a video of the process at the exhibit and itās fascinatingāso exacting! The whale prints IRL were awe-inspiring š
I remember watching my sister-in-law making an intaglio print when she was in art school. It's a magical process. You can never be entirely sure what you'll end up with, and then you decide if you're going to go with it, or scrap it and try again. Thanks for the reminder!
Elizabeth this piece is superb. I was with you the whole way, seeing the connections, doing a quick left turn to explore, marveling at the beauty of this exquisite art form and your writing.
I loved writing this piece Lisa, as it gave me the opportunity to dive more deeply into this wonderful art form. I am so glad it has resonated and found a receptive audience š
I'm working on a new brand and have been trying to learn more about printmaking ā this is so informative and inspiring!!
This was so eye opening to me too! That first exposure in Quebec was the tip of the iceberg (ha ha). The Blackwood exhibit was amazing in that it combined not just the beautiful artwork but also video about the process and a lot examples that showed the iteration of one piece printed several times with subtle variations. Iām glad you enjoyed this!
Mystical images, Elizabeth, with new respect for Blackwood. A lovely post.
I love this, Elizabeth! I haven't heard of SauvƩ, but I saw Blackwood's work and it is breathtaking.
Come back to Toronto! The exhibit is on until July 26ā¦.š
I was as mesmerized by your story as I was by the intagli! Especially the whales. The rilette recipe will be made tonight!! You are a goddess for this. Sounds perfect
I learned so much, Elizabeth! I was familiar with print making but did not know so many of the details you mentioned. What inspired and incredible talents printmakers are! And this rilette sounds so much like one my MIL makes with smoked salmon. Delicious!
That exhibit really got me interested in the whole process! The work is so beautiful, especially those gorgeous whales. And now I want to go back to Quebec to see more of Jean-Pierre Sauveās work.
And yes do try the rillettesāso easy and tasty š
Having dabbled a bit in printmaking myself, what challenges the artist is the necessity to think in reverse relief, to stretch oneself to envision the world and its impression. What a beautiful deep examination youāve we
I loved learning about the intricacies of this process. The Blackwood exhibit here is extraordinary!
Beautifully written - and I learned something new about art. Iām also in awe of whales and how majestic and mysterious they are- and I love that print!
Thanks so much Kerry! There was a video of the process at the exhibit and itās fascinatingāso exacting! The whale prints IRL were awe-inspiring š
I can only imagine how amazing they must be in person!!
This is beautiful Elizabeth. It has made me smile on this chilly January day. I love that Whale print as well. Gorgeous!
Have to say Iām a bit obsessed with those whales!! šš
A wonderful, and inspiring piece, thank you.
When you come to Toronto letās go to the exhibit. You would absolutely love it! š
I remember watching my sister-in-law making an intaglio print when she was in art school. It's a magical process. You can never be entirely sure what you'll end up with, and then you decide if you're going to go with it, or scrap it and try again. Thanks for the reminder!
I would love to see that process in person. The variability and faith required to deal with it is quite something!
Elizabeth this piece is superb. I was with you the whole way, seeing the connections, doing a quick left turn to explore, marveling at the beauty of this exquisite art form and your writing.
I loved writing this piece Lisa, as it gave me the opportunity to dive more deeply into this wonderful art form. I am so glad it has resonated and found a receptive audience š
You do truly write beautifully - I am in awe
Sherylāso very kind of you to say! I am glad to have you here as a reader š
Thank you so much for readingāI am so glad this piece resonated with you.