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Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

30-year-old Japanese artist Mao Nakada is known for his modern twist on traditional Japanese woodblock printing.

The traditional technique starts when the artist draws on a washi, a thin paper used to transfer the material, which is then glued onto a plank. Using a small instrument, the washi is then pressed against the paper, which transfers the image. Nakada combines this technique with his own to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces.His illustrations are rich in color and full of emotion, so much so that they hold your gaze.

 

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

Mao Nakada Washi modern woodblock

via [Galleria Grafica Tokio]

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