energy.

 

On that list of goals I previously mentioned is included, "Print like I draw."  This is getting me on my way to being a happier printmaker.  I have always had a disconnect between drawing and printmaking - printing seeming more precious, in a way.  You work an image for so long, while a drawing can be done and done quickly.  This idea is extremely internal, however the mental block hindered my work and well-being significantly.  I have finally come to the understanding that now that I have learned the skills of printmaking, I can make art.

On that note, I finished this 4x4" relief on Wednesday night, starting around 9:00 pm and staying at the shop until 1:30 am.  Carving is so fun, printing can be the opposite.  Once I got into it, though, I was finally excited to be doing it again.  

I sliced my thumb open while doing some touch ups that night, only to find that none of the first aid kits in the shop have regular sized band aids. Facepalm.  Though very frustrating, it reminded me of my freshman and sophomore year when I had insomnia and stayed at school until late, late hours.  I cut myself so many times while carving wood, so Wednesday altogether reminded me of the past: routinely motivated, upset, excited, and productive. I photoboothed the bags under my eyes to remember this.

Exhibit A

BUT, after a very down and unmotivated last several months, I'M BACK.  Doin' stuff.  Catch you guys on the flip side.