Mon Nov 25, 2024
25 November 2024
This time, I used a different type of cardboard as the plate—laminated cardboard originally used for product packaging. The surface is somewhat water-resistant, making it clear that it can function as a plate for printmaking. Compared to my previous materials, this one is thicker overall, but the inner paper layer is rougher.
While working with this material, I began to think: if I simply cut black-and-white shapes and draw lines, how is it any different from traditional etching on zinc plates? This led me to consider the greatest advantage of cardboard—its simplicity and versatility in shaping. For instance, I can tear the edges of the plate by hand to create irregular shapes, something not achievable with harder materials.
This print was an experiment. Although it didn’t fully explore the potential of this characteristic, it demonstrated that the approach is feasible and offers a unique creative possibility.