As we have been sorting out various mechanical and technical issues, printing the bird series has been delayed for seems like forever. But this week, Tui and Duck have take off!
The first off the press are the large Tui and Duck prints, which sport one colour so far. The plan is to hand wash them with highlights or backgrounds, so they should look pretty special. Anyway, here’s a wee video as a taster of what is to come later in the series.
The Korrex Berlin Hand letterpress proofing press exemplifies German engineering. Made in the 1970’s at Max Simmel Maschinenfabrik, in Berlin, Germany, the Korrex press even now runs as smooth as silk.
Come see Ruru Artisans at The Old Packhouse Market in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, which represents the vibrant spirit of New Zealand’s artisan community. This bustling market, held every Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday offers a unique blend of fresh produce, local crafts, and a vibrant atmosphere that attracts both locals and tourists alike.
There is something meditatively satisfying when manually treadling a small letterpress, feeding in and removing individual sheets.
