2.01.2009



Finally these two birds were printed. I printed them with a vandercook.
It's very hard to stop carving so i carved two more blocks!! They will be printed next weekend and I will learn how to set types next week.



I didn't expect I would be introduced the linoleum block printing when I registered the letterpress class.
I am glad that I take the class. My goal is one day I can make a children book and I know it won't happen too soon, but I will work hard and keep learning. (Also I am still thinking of weaving class, I need more time and more money.)


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24 comments:

  1. Jacqui DoddsFebruary 1, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    These bird prints are lovely - and my favourite colour too. You have really carved these well , can't wait to see more.
    Jacqui

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  2. R.G.February 1, 2009 at 2:23 PM

    the prints are beautiful, ah-yi! looks like so much fun.

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  3. Fine Little DayFebruary 1, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    A childrens book, yes please!

    Love the new blocks. Very pretty as they are, like art pieces. The print looks great too.

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  4. yasuFebruary 1, 2009 at 3:41 PM

    i love those prints. i too want to learn carving!

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  5. sulu-designFebruary 1, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    The prints turned out beautifully, and I love the new blocks, too. So glad you're taking this class!

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  6. c.February 1, 2009 at 4:49 PM

    what a lovely print !
    my sister took a class as well & she bought me a little linoleum block to play around with. i am inspired & will carve something soon. :))

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  7. JenniferFebruary 1, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    Beautiful, Yu-i...
    I don't think you are as far off as you think you are in putting together a children's book. You have the talent...and the skills...you could make a simple one on the Vandercook.
    xo
    PS: Where are you taking a letterpress class? I'd love to get back in the print studio...

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  8. belinda marshallFebruary 1, 2009 at 5:25 PM

    hi,
    i love your work and your blog – very inspiring :)
    these are gorgeous - especially the little one!

    belinda

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  9. ah-yiFebruary 1, 2009 at 5:30 PM

    hello everyone,
    thanks for the sweet comments!
    i hope you have a wonderful Sunday!

    jen,
    I took the class in ARMORY in Pasadena. I may take more classes if I have budget in summer.
    It's 10 of 2.5-hour classes. 2.5 hours are so short, so much to learn....

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  10. FabsFebruary 1, 2009 at 6:28 PM

    I love your new banner and that class looks like is making you even more talented! keep up your good work :)

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  11. LenaFebruary 2, 2009 at 3:10 AM

    beautiful!
    i hope you do make a children's book soon...

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  12. pigeon.toedFebruary 2, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    those are so cute! i am in love!

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  13. NidhiFebruary 2, 2009 at 1:36 PM

    love the birds...they would make such nice fabrics/textiles too!

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  14. MichelleFebruary 4, 2009 at 8:32 AM

    I LOVE, I can't wait to see what you make!

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2009 at 6:49 AM

    wow! the print is lovely!

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  16. KGFebruary 5, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    the print looks great!

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2009 at 2:49 AM

    wow those fine details you did are great, that takes steady hands + calmness :]

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  18. AnaFebruary 6, 2009 at 7:10 AM

    So lovely! Yes yes, don't forget about weaving :)

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  19. seesaw designsFebruary 6, 2009 at 9:31 AM

    pretty pop.

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  20. ashleyFebruary 7, 2009 at 3:44 AM

    those squares look amazing~ whenever i get some new lino i cant stop either and keep carving and carving until i have no more square to carve~ looks like you are a natural!
    :)ashley

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    I think it's great that you are taking classes, your print blocks are beautiful! Regarding the children's book, I really hope that day will come soon!

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  22. outiFebruary 11, 2009 at 3:21 AM

    those lino prints look really really pretty.

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  23. schizoMarch 27, 2009 at 3:59 AM

    all your block carvings are very beautiful and clean. i admire them :)

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  24. the daily purlApril 30, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    These are beautiful! I would love to purchase a children's book with your work-I hope it happens soon!

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