Update on 'Fox Moon' printing - another batch is done!
[This is Dave posting ...]
In one of these updates a while back [Introducing two of our printers] I included the scene where I first showed printer Shinkichi Numabe the Fox Moon design. Well, things have really been moving along well since then: his first batch of 120+ copies was shipped over to Jed a couple of weeks ago, and we're already starting to see 'Got it!' reports from backers. Just this afternoon, I received the second batch, and this time I have a few minutes to spare to take a few photos before sending them over to Jed first thing tomorrow morning.
Here's the stack:
Let's fan them a bit to get a sense of the quantity:
This washi is such beautiful stuff! I don't remember if I've mentioned it before, but the type we are using is known as Echizen Hosho, and we order it from the workshop of Mr. Ichibei Iwano, who some years back was awarded the Living National Treasure designation by the government.
It provides a perfect background for the Fox!
Let's have a look at the rest of the squadron. The rabbit character ...
The frog ...
And the falcon ...
And the calligraphy - even to those who can't read it - adds a perfect touch to this design!
So as I said, these will be off to Jed in the morning, and the blocks are now being rested for a short time before we start the next batch. We have about 220 copies left to print to fulfill the Kickstarter commitments, and I'm not sure whether we should print them all in one go, or split it into two batches. It would be better for the blocks to be able to get a rest again, but we'll see how it goes once we start.
To those who are waiting for these, thank you very much for your patience. We knew back at the beginning that we would be able to make pretty good-looking prints from Jed's designs, but both this one and the Rickshaw Cart have turned out so well that even I myself am surprised at it. I think in years to come, our series (how many Ukiyoe Heroes designs we will end up making we're still unable to tell ...) will be recognized as a pretty special event in printmaking history. We are very very proud to be part of this ...
Thank you again for your support!
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Creator Candice on December 23
These look awesome!!! I can't wait to get mine! ^_^
Also, I just received my latest chibi heroes print and the Hungry Customer is so cool!!! My favorite one yet. >:D
Creator Jed Henry on December 22
Hi, guys! Dave just posted today, so I'll hold off, but here's my own video update on shipping Fox Moon:
http://youtu.be/4nutHieRtv0
Creator Alia Thabit on December 22
I am SO PROUD to be part of this project. It is a small miracle from end to end. Thank you!
Creator Pink-Pummy on December 22
I am so glad to have opted for this design. It looks fantastic! Can't wait to see it in person :)
Sounds like it's time to look for a perfect frame now!
Creator Robin Farley on December 22
I am so looking forward to receiving this in the not too distant future. Thank you for the update. Have a wonderful holiday.
Creator Maria Alarcon on December 22
They are so beautiful...I didn't pledged for one of these but I think I'll get one from the web shop.Thank you for posting.