Grady Gordon creates unique monotype prints inspired by Native American Katchina dolls and Japanese Yokai.  I recently stopped by his Oakland based studio to investigate his work chamber and more importantly, witness his process.  The following photos are a play by play of Grady at work.

Tools of the trade

Get your ink right

Roll out your area

Start subtracting

Finished drawing

Ready for the press

Get your paper out of the bath

Lay your paper right.  You only get one chance.

Roll it out

Done

Some recent prints Grady has done

-A.McManus

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