leopard moth block

My photo of the leopard moth, blown up on a photocopier and transfered to the woodblock using oil of wintergreen. Details outlined in sharpie and coated with a layer of golden shellac before I start to carve.

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dailyartmasomenos says:

I was struck by your original photo some days back. Glad you're going to make a print of it.

Oil of wintergreen? I"d never heard of this. Where can a person purchase this?
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

azuregrackle says:

I got mine at Graphic Chemical

You take a photocopy (the toner is what transfers so print outs don't work) and coat the back of the image using a Q-tip, then place it face down on the block and run it through the press with extra newsprint to absorb the oil and protect the blankets. Oil of wintergreen isn't toxic per se, but can be an irritant to skin. Use in a ventilated area. (Like my kitchen with an open window.)
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

urbantreader says:

Very cool!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

Bet'sWoodblocks says:

So glad to see you're going to print the Leopard Moth!!! YAY!!!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

paintistworks says:

I am looking forward to seeing a print of this :-)
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

PierceRebecca says:

Oh cool you will do the woodblock of the beautiful moth!!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

Hanga Girl says:

What a neat looking moth. This promises to be a fine print.
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

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