10 Interesting Fact About Printmaking

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• Print art has existed in Indonesia since prehistoric times. Archaeological evidence shows that the ancient Indonesians have used printing techniques to make images on stones, wood, and cloth.
• Batik Print is one of the most famous forms of printing art in Indonesia. Batik print is usually done on fabrics using candles to protect certain parts of coloring.
• Print art has been an integral part of Indonesian culture for centuries. Many famous Indonesian artists such as Raden Saleh and Affandi use printing techniques to make their artwork.
• Most traditional Indonesian print arts use print techniques that are very simple and relatively cheap. This technique includes the use of stamps, wooden blocks, and other simple tools.
• One of the most famous traditional printing techniques in Indonesia is wood carvings. This technique involves carving images on wooden blocks and then printing the picture on cloth or paper.
• Print art continues to develop in Indonesia and many young artists who use print techniques to make innovative and attractive artwork works.
• Many Indonesian artists use print techniques to deliver political and social messages. Print art works are often a tool to voice social and political struggles.
• Print art is also a popular way to earn income in Indonesia. Many print artists sell their works in local and international art markets.
• Indonesia has a lot of print art galleries that display the works of the best printed artists from all over the country. These galleries are often a meeting place for artists and fans of print arts.
• Indonesian print art has received great international recognition. Many international arts organizations have given awards to the best Indonesian print artists.