Today's postings

  1. [Baren 38196] Re: Lynn's Poco Proof Press (Lester Doré)
  2. [Baren 38197] all those recent postings... (Eileen Corder)
  3. [Baren 38198] Re: all those recent postings... (aqua4tis # aol.com)
  4. [Baren 38199] Re: all those recent postings... (ArtSpotiB # aol.com)
  5. [Baren 38200] Baren Member blogs: Update Notification (Blog Manager)
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Message 1
From: Lester Doré
Date: Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:01:54 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38196] Re: Lynn's Poco Proof Press
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Lucky! I've used a similar press for printing wood engravings and it
was perfect for the task.


Lester Doré
Madison Wisconsin
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Message 2
From: Eileen Corder
Date: Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:34:52 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38197] all those recent postings...
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Hi All,

I haven't read every post but surely understood what Carol, Sharri and Clive
had to say. Recently watched Renoir's 1939 film, The Rules of the Game, and
you know, in it, the bourgeoisie make a name for themselves by deciding what
to buy. Yes, that's the extent of their creativity.

"Well, that was a strange interjection," you may say. "That had nothing to
do with woodblock printing!"

My point is that art is a religious act. Yes, I'll even capitalize it... ART
IS A RELIGIOUS ACT.

Peace,
Eileen
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Message 3
From: aqua4tis # aol.com
Date: Sun, 22 Feb 2009 01:39:51 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38198] Re: all those recent postings...
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Why do you think so many are prejudiced against loving Art?


?? i think its out of intimidation and fear. art became elitist and very academic some time ago and even though we are getting away from that somewhat, its reputation still precedes it. to many boys and men going to a museum or art gallery is a sissy thing to do. (i teach high school art) the lack of understanding heightens this feeling. i think that the current art movement is helping to change that. or at least i hope so
georga

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Message 4
From: ArtSpotiB # aol.com
Date: Sun, 22 Feb 2009 06:23:40 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38199] Re: all those recent postings...
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Wow, the comments on this thread are fascinating! More, please. Benny



Thank everyone who calls out your faults, your anger, your impatience, your
egotism; do this consciously, voluntarily. -Jean Toomer, poet and novelist
(1894-1967). "Yes, and it has the added benefit driving THEM nuts when you do"
Benny Alba.

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Subject: Kawase Hasui 1950's video
Posted by: Julio

Found this old movie clip from what looks like the 1950's and probably
created by the Watanabe Studio as propaganda. It starts famous artist Kawase Hasui and master carver Maeda Kentaro (printer's name not known). I looked at the Hasui galleries' at Hanga.com but could not identify this particular Hasui image. If anyone has more info or knows the title of this print please leave a comment.

The video takes you step-by-step in the making of a woodblock print. Small clip shows the covering of a baren and near the end how the printer quickly makes an adjustment to the kento. Unfortunately it looks like either the filming or the video copy was cut a bit short....anyway this is wonderful stuff not to be missed !!!


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