Woodblock Printing Process ... in 3-D spatial audio
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2021
- In this video, Tokyo-based woodblock printmaker Dave Bull shows the entire process of making a batch of prints (8 sheets) from blank paper to finished print - in POV style (from the printer's Point Of View) - with each of the colour impressions happening in an uncut, unedited, uninterrupted flow. The viewers can get a very good feeling for the rhythm of the process, and can see just how the pigment/paste balance is controlled along the way.
As a kind of 'bonus', the entire video was recorded using binaural microphones embedded in Dave's ears - you hear exactly what he heard, at every step of the way. (Use headphones!) The recording of each segment was done starting around 3:00 am, when Asakusa is as quiet as possible, but even then, there are residual sounds interrupting along the way (the occasional truck passing by, some rainfall for a few of the impressions, and unavoidably a large air conditioner on a building a few blocks away …)
The print used for this demonstration is ‘The Demon King’, which was designed for us by Jed Henry, creator of the famous Ukiyo-e Heroes prints. It is available as part of our 'Portraits Set #1’ subscription series; information here: mokuhankan.com/subscriptions/...
[Note: there is no narration included in this video, in an attempt to bring you into the undisturbed 'world' of a printer's work. If there is enough interest, we could perhaps upload a second 'cut' of this video, with Dave explaining things along the way ...]
The Mokuhankan website:
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Jed Henry’s Ukiyo-e Heroes:
ukiyoeheroes.com
Our Twitch stream (live three times a week):
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"Would UA-cam allow it?"
UA-cam allows 10 hour nyan cat videos David
They also allow a 9 hour version of Lord of the Rings where Sam constantly repeats each step is as far from home as he's ever been, haha
@@jkadoodle That's a thing?
@@jkadoodle If I take one more step, I'll be the farthest away from home I've ever been.
@@budsintoronto ua-cam.com/video/UHzF5KnoN20/v-deo.html Apparently it is.
UA-cam allows Naked Yoga Genitals Closeup-Show...
“Do you have a week to watch me do 70 sheets of paper”
For you Dave I have a thousand weeks.
Me eating half a bag of "family sized" pizza rolls. "Dave I ain't doing NOTHING. Hit me with your best shot."
The Demon king, as in ganondorf from the legend of Zelda? I thought it was him in the thumbnail this is so cool!!
Good eye, I said the same thing haha
@@snipegrzywa the solid snake and scorpion ones are legit
@@austingallegos89 the mario kart one is also very dope
@@austingallegos89 The Akuma one looks like a Yakuza tattoo. Now I have an idea for some ink XD
Well ganon is a representation of a demon king. That’s why he looks as he does
Dave embracing the ASMR, this is such a treat!
First thing I thought of once the process started :D
He never needed more help
No. No, it is not. Its the death knell. Much better when it is natural. Try too hard, you've already lost...
The unintentional part of it makes it just perfect :) Just sharing experience
Dave Bull predates ASMR. He is legend
For his age and his profession this mans posture is actual goals lol
Can I suggest completing basic education as a better goal for you
@@michaelc3977 it's ironic that you think you can measure how educated someone is by their linguistic skills in an informal setting. Perhaps you're compensating for something, is being old and stale getting to you so much that you have to write passive aggressive youtube comments? it's a truly sad story.
@@GGray1 I bet they’re itching to attack those lower-case i’s in your “it’s.”
@@michaelc3977 i think a goal for you is to grow up, what kind of idiotic toxic behavior you think your gonna achieve in a positive video like this, sit down little boy
@@michaelc3977 you just are a very boring person.
I find the concept of the wood block itself fascinating. Can't quite wrap my head around how the carver could actually conceptualize the different layers; take a 2D image concept... and carve it as a negative, split into multiple layers of depth corresponding to different colours, with some of the layers looking utterly abstract without their context...
...then have this hand-carved thing's multiple layers all line up perfectly.
He's done a small series of videos on the actual carving process. It's actually a simpler than you might think.
Long story short, he prints off the final image onto semi-transparent paper and fixes a copy to each wooden block. Each block is used to print a specific colour, so for each block Dave marks out the areas on the final image that are going to be that specific colour. He then carves away all the unmarked areas of that specific block, leaving only the raised areas that will be used to print that particular detail and in that particular colour.
Hey, I said it was simple, not quick or easy.
@@KC-kl6qc what I can't wrap my head around is how when he puts the paper down, and rubs the brush across it, it doesn't pick up other paint on the wood block
He applies paint and brushes it onto the wood then applies paper. The block is covered in wood but only one part is painted on paper
Well… looks like you have wrapped your head around it haha, explained it better than I could!
@@Berengier817 it's about pressure. Much like dry bushing in model making. I would assume that he's only lightly rubbing the brush if at all and just moving it across the surface to only allow the ample amount of pigment
@@Berengier817 That also confuses me. There has to be at least a LITTLE bit of extra paint that makes it onto the paper where it shouldn't.
The fact that he gets it perfect every time really shows how experienced he is
Dave *drops spoon* "[softly] whoo whoo whoo."
12:42 lol I literally was starting the video when I read this comment and it happened
Dave set his alarm to 3am for us, folks. That’s love 🤙
You should tag this video as ASMR, it's excellent and more people would find it and love it
I found his channel when someone reuploaded one of his videos as ASMR when that was all the rage. I’m not fan of it but I love learning by watching without distracting music or unnecessary commentary. Turns out the mindset and some of the techniques have rather unexpectedly become useful in my work.
Ganondorf ASMR?! Yes please! 😃
5:49 “any ways enough talk” lol I wanted to keep hearing his voice 😂
It's so fascinating to watch how he alignes the paper perfectly each time where the details and the colours fit together perfectly without overlapping or bleeding into each other. Takes a steady and trained hand to do it so consistently.
There is a guide on the bottom right hand of the paper
@@shidfard it's still very impressive. I probably couldn't make a piece that clean looking once with a guide in every corner, let alone over half a dozen times like him lol
@@SeymourDisapproves There is a guide in the bottom right corner, and on the bottom edge closer to the left corner. And they aren't just marks drawn on the wood, they're carved out. So you don't actually have to line anything up manually, you just let the paper rest against the bit of wood that stands proud from the block and it will be aligned. Sometimes you have to adjust the marks by adding or removing milimeters of wood, since the wood changes dimensions with the changes of humidity, temperature, etc.
This was my most burning query on this video. Surely the final set of prints goes through some review and ones that are (if any) slightly misaligned get binned?
That camera leaning forward on the desk looks incredibly interested in the process haha
If you're wondering like me what the spoon is for, he's using it to keep the ink from getting on the reference notches when he brushes it on. That way there are no marks on the outer parts of the print.
Thank you!
i was in fact wondering why he did that and now you mention it ...ofcourse i should have realised, the notches would show up otherwise if they got ink on them. im guessing when he uses the spoon more to the left side its simply to help hold the block in place right? not actually covering anything up there?
Thank you! I was reading the comments to get this answer :)
@@martykopka there is also a reference notch on the middle left side of the bottom of each block which is what Dave is covering up with the spoon. For the same reason you describe for the bottom right reference notch - to keep pigment off these raised areas. When he fits the paper into the block before rubbing, you see him first align it with the bottom right reference notch, and then he pulls the paper down against the other reference notch to make sure it’s fully aligned before allowing the page to lie flat on the block.
"maybe it'll put you to sleep"
That's exactly what i'm here for, so fingers crossed!
This man has achieved pure happiness
You’ve genuinely been one of my lockdown saviours Dave. Thank you.
So.. you're also at the point where you kindda know & remember what David says on each episode as soon as it starts? Or not there yet? XD
Dave is, truly, a gift for humanity.
I could listen to this man talk for days. The way he speaks is very engaging and just draws you in.
so true!
Such beautiful work. Thank you for sharing it with us!
The cling clongs and taps when applying the liquid and inks are glorious.
Needing more printers means demand is high and you guys are doing well, which makes me happy. Love everything you do!!
Was studying class 10 history chapter and read about woodblock printing in China and came to watch it.. UA-cam is such a bliss to all the visual learners like me✌
3:42. Loved that little hand rub. He’s loving this and it makes me love it too! Bravo
3:53
David, you need to understand that what you are suggesting is EXACTLY what we want. This was a gem regardless, and I deeply appreciate this gift of a video.
I came here by ASMR related videos but I’m here to stay for the passion you have for your craft and the enormous effort you put in making every video a special event for the eyes and ears. I wish you a lot of succes. Thanks.
It may look like an antiquated design to some, but I'm not kidding; this Demon King picture sent chills down my spine! Perhaps it's just me, but I think our modern culture thinks too benignly of historical portraits like this all over the world and we ought to take these pictures far more seriously! Wonderful job, David!
imagine watching Dave Bull without headphones on already. *scoff*
Great video! If there isn't one already I'd love to see a carving one in this style - just letting the wood and the blades do the talking. I'd also be very interested in a fully descriptive video; I'm still fascinated by the process :)
Me too
He has 3 hour video from go to woe
It's amazing how with some prints you realize you only need to wet the block and get the left over pigment moved around to get another print. Awesome.
Who had the clever idea to use a modified spoon to cover the registration marks? Very smart. Easy to pick up and hold and clean. 😊
Yesss please David! Would love to hear ASMR of block painting at your house with a nice river in the background!
Try this Studio Soundscape: woodblock.com/diversions/soundscapes/2009_05_13/index.html
@@seseragistudio wow perfect ASMR thank you!
The Bob Ross of woodblock print making
very soothing asmr voice and sounds - barry
This is brilliant thankyou David. It's so rare in modern society that we see the true time, effort and process that goes into the things we consume, the products we buy or indeed the art and crafts we appreciate. We are so used to everything being instantaneous, edited or curated to such an extreme degree to satisfy short attention spans, meet algorithmic criteria or shout for attention. It undoubtedly distances us from the creators or produces of all these things, ultimately putting up barriers to the understanding of the craft, creativity and sheer effort that goes into the production ultimately devaluing the work that takes place because it goes unseen, and thus unappreciated. It is content like this and your continued candour about the work you do, the problems and challenges you face that do so much to counter act that unfortunate situation. I hope we see more of these kinds of video in the future, although hopefully not at the expense of your well deserved sleep.
I'm way over here...down here...up here in Texas, USA and I fell in love with all things Mokuhankan!! I have been getting my subscriptions already and I absolutely love them all. Any video, narrated or not short or long ( I prefer Ling videos) is exciting to me. Thx to you all
Lorrie
As a young aspiring animator man. Watching your story time about Ito-san and your journey as a carver, i am inspired to work better and to work with more love no matter what work i get.
This man is a modern day Bob Ross. I loved this
oh yes i’ll be coming back to this one often, thank you for indulging us Dave!
that was INSANELY COOL. my mind is BLOWN.
Two questions. For the second impression it looked like David was only using water on the block, but the block looked as if it had black pigment on it. Was I seeing what I think I was seeing, or was there something I missed? Also, I noticed that David applied the pigment to the tile, and picked up the pigment from the tile with the hake. What was the purpose of doing it that way?
I didn't dab on for some impressions because it was starting to get a bit darker than I wanted. Using just paste for one or two, pulls it back down. As for putting it onto the tile, this allows much finer control of how much is getting used each time. For the big 'splash' colours, directly onto the block is OK, but for the more delicate tints, using a _white_ tile lets me see clearly how much I'm getting.
@@seseragistudio Hi Dave. What is that paste that you´re using? And why not using oil based inks? Thanks and congrats for your work!
@@ricardocastro6081 I don't know why David didn't answer, but one could not do the same thing with oil based inks, I print and I can say that working with water based inks is quite challenging and the results speaks for itself.
You sir just gained a subscriber. I don’t know how UA-cam recommended this. But I’m glad it did and I like your carisma. Very talented sir.
I really enjoyed being able to see the process "from the printers eyes" as it were. Such a great idea for a video!
I got recommended this video at random and holy heck this guy is wholesome. This guy obviously loves what he does.
normally I would have gotten frustrated from someone explaining something as simple as what a microphone is. but he has such a soft and kind way of speaking that it actually was almost therapeutic to hear him tell me how the microphone worked
Amazing - he must love this indeed if he is willing to wake up at 3am for it! Although I must admit, I would have loved to hear and maybe even see Tokyo in the background!
You talk like a wizard and I love it
The Bob Ross of Woodblock Printing
From Remembering the Carver with ASMR as an accident, to fully embracing it with a setup that rivals just about any channel on UA-cam. Thank you! ❤️
Oh my day, if you did this with carving I'd be in heaven, I love the sound of woodworking.
So happy you did this in ASMR style. tyvm.
This is one of those cultural gems whose wide spread dissemination is only possible because of the internet and the ease of access it affords artists and consumers alike. I love this video and hope David can produce more to his liking and at his own pace. Watching this has motivated me to learn more about how I can procure these prints for my yet to be art collection!
Thank you David, I loved the video, and I'm sure me and others would greatly appreciate a session like this shot in your home (with the river passing by 😉🤭)
Funny you say this ... I'm out there right now, and it is chaos. The river is up very high after all the recent rainfall - very noisy - and the people across the river are cleaning up some fallen trees ... chainsaw city. I need to get back to quiet Asakusa!
Dave-san, thank you for sharing your beautiful work with us. I’ve been away from printing for years and sometimes miss it terribly; watching you warms my heart and makes me smile!
Holy cow, THIS is how they made/make those prints?! It’s so much more complicated than it seems like it would be. I’ll never look at those old prints the same way again. I can’t type enough words to convey how blown away I am! Much respect!
Dave is the woodcarving printmaking Bob Ross ♥️
Its so strange. U remind me of my Dad! 😂🤣 same personality! 👌 he worked at the newspaper and i remember the dar rooms and paper rollers! love your videos!
I discovered this channel thru ASMR and now it does it lol!
I discovered it through Unintentional ASMR. Where a older welsh gentlemen spoke about his different techniques of carving. How and why he doesn’t teach public lessons anymore. And what calligraphy is and the difference between the carving he does and calligraphy.
That print reminds me of Ganondorf!
It is Ganondorf.
Not including the word ASMR is a really classy move. You are not just imitating YT, you are creating.
Yessss please do one at your home when you have time. This is so amazing to watch.
Can't believe how happy I am to have a new David Bull video to enjoy and re-play 1732 times over the next 2 weeks!! ♥ ♥
Ive never heard such a crystal clear voice in all my life
The best brightest happiest part of the whole internet.
It’s funny what deference Japanese prints have now days when back in the edo these cheap mass produced prints were like collectable trading cards
Ganondorf… awesome video. The excitement, passion and professionalism through and through.
Now we know where Nintendo got their design from. Always wondered why he had blue/green skin and red hair.
Oooo the river flowing by sounds amazing.
I think it would be a good idea to market this as ASMR in the title! The sounds are really soothing and it would help the video reach a wider audience.
@@JohnJones-rz5ls You what !?
@@JohnJones-rz5ls umm…. Lol
As a 23 year old painter, it is so incredible to get to see someone else’s process this closely, let alone someone I admire so much. Thank you
This is so relaxing and interesting. I'm a wildlife artist and I do a lot of ink work, acrylic painting, watercolor and the like. This form of printing would be so intricate. I wish I knew more about it!
The Bob Ross of printmaking.
This is such a treat! Thanks David!
This rocks. You're such a gentleman. Thank you for sharing this with us.
I have such a fascination with the fine Arts of this beautiful country
I mean. This is just incredible! Such skill!!
Getting up at 3 is no fun, but I thank you for it Dave! Amazing video
I've waited so long for this kind of video. I searched UA-cam all over for these kind, but they are usually only a few minutes long.
Thanks David, great video. I hope to see more of these in the future.
Very calming and relaxing. Thank you David
A beautiful way to begin the day. Thanks for all of the hard work and love of the craft.
This has been both an asmr experience, and an amazing learning experience. Its awesome!
Nice Ganondorf fanart. Looks pretty cool.
Very beautiful work. Thank for sharing
I love these kinds of videos. I think one at your Home would be amazing. I've watched a few streams you did a while back and it looked peaceful and lovely.
Pure perfection! Thank you for the wonderful process!
Your prints are beautiful. Thanks for showing us.
Personally, I don't mind the ambient noise of the city on your videos it can't be helped. But if it disturbs you while you work I cannot complain. Keep up the good work I look forward to your next video.
Those hands do not look like an older person, incredible how he cares for them
Dave this is one of the best videos I've seen from you. Fantastic production and an amazing print. Thanks for the video!
Incredibly interesting, fascinating and very relaxing to watch.
Thank you for sharing this. 👍🏼
Thank you for making this. You have gifted us with something very special.
I really love watching this, would love to see more of this sort of video, where it's just the process and the audio that goes along with it
Yes please! More of this! I love listening to your voice and work while I'm working. It's the perfect background noise
Amazing work. Thanks a lot for all the effort on setting up everything in this way. I love this video format
Wonderful, thank you, such a pleasure to watch and learn from you.
Stunning work!
Thank you for explaining things so well for us, and thanks for sharing your wonderful work
This was amazing. Those sounds, those motions, that precision... A real treat for my senses. Thank you!
Dear David, thank you so much for your videos. To me, your videos are such gems of articulate language, polite and fruitful communication. Not to mention the joy of learning about your craft. Please continue to share with us, thank you kindly and best wishes.
The spirit of Bob Ross lives on 🙌