I would like to see this video increased from 4 minutes to 1 hour! Fabulous craftsmanship and what a stunning image he created. In fact I could watch this guy work all day long.
For over 20 years I have owned a Japanese Block print by Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949). I did not know a single thing about it except that I liked it and paid $35 for it at an estate sale. I have recently begun researching my print and the art of Japanese block printing and it is a wondrous discipline and beautiful craft. This young artist, Takuji Hamanaka is creating prints that will be collected and honored for hundreds of years.
His description of the process covers all the aspects of design,history technjque methodology and philosophy.bringing the conventional into the contempoary. I love how he describes the restrictions can create liberty by pushing the boundaries re examing not only the artist but a reform of ideas into a computer savy world.Through the artist eyes quote ;Vui Alama Amosa.....
This was so satisfying to watch! In fact, in Narita airport in Tokyo, there's a little workshop on Japanese culture and crafts. When I was there last year, one of the crafts was to remake Hokusai's the Great Wave with these techniques(except the wood was carved)! It was both interesting and the final result looked so beautiful and surreal.
I have been fascinated with these woodblock prints since my 20s, after moving to San Francisco. I was introduced to them by older friends, mostly war vets, who had been staitioned in Japan after WWII and during the Korean conflict. It wasn't until I returned home (Maryland) years later that I began reading about the artists and the methods used in creating these beautuful works of art. The artist would paint a scene and collaborate with the printers, who used a team to carve out the scene. Too much to tell here, but the colirs are added in layers.
i like how calm he talks makes me almost fall a sleep in a good way....i think he studied Buddhism because he really speaks as if he is meditating and the way he talks about his craft is very typical for Japanese....
Gooshi Dildos thank you for recommending him. I’m watching his videos now and they’re fantastic. I live getting to see not only the process, but little bits of how the shop runs and even just of Japan in general.
The title of this video is misleading. Mostly everything in this video Hokusai had no part of. He created the general design of the image, but this was then passed on to the woodblock carver and the print maker (what we are seeing now), in which those two shops would then make his design a reality. So they had the brunt of the work with the carving of the multiple blocks, and the decision on how to color and what colors to use on the design.
It appears from what you have written you understand the process used by Hokusai and his publisher Yohachi for the 36 Views. Can you tell me what specific paper Hokusai used for his design? The design turned over, eventually, to the block carver: the same paper used for creating the Hanshita-e. Also, the paper used to create the actual prints. I know they are two different types of paper since the one Hokusai used for his design and the ones used for the Hanshita were much like tracing paper (the lines could be seen through the paper.) Whereas, the paper used for the actual print was much sturdier, had sizing on both sides and was not transparent or nearly so. Thanks for the help.
Is it possible that you can correct the close captioning in TH-cam studio. I have a hearing impaired student, and the close caption has innumerable mistakes with in it. Thank you.
@@NeverLooksAtComments Pretty much like creating a negative in order to create a photographic print. I see why the Japanese are so fond of this art form a little more clearly now ^-^
@@DarkAngelEU I think it reminds me more of how t-shirt graphics are made via the screen printing process. Both involve making a negative of a piece and adding color to certain sections that need them.
There are many collaborators involved in the creation of a block print. The artist who makes the original sketch and may do other steps as well. The engraver who carves up to 10 wood blocks and the printer who mixes the colors and presses the paper onto the inked blocks, under the supervision of the artist. I would also need to include the craftsmen who create the special paper, the paste and base inks that are used. They use an art and craft that is as old as wood block printing itself.
what he said about restrictions leading to more freedom is deep. It makes me think of the original super Mario bros. soundtrack. Koji Kondo was restricted by hardware to only 4 tracks. It forced him to dig deep and create a soundtrack that didn't waste a single note, and yet conveyed so much. had he been given 8 tracks, its possible we may not have gotten those masterpieces. Ultimately he was able to compose full scale, but the theme of every Mario song traces back to the original theme. It is the essence of it all.
The title of the video is very misleading. Hokusai was a desginer. As soon as he handed his design to the carvers his job was done. He didn't take part in any of the carving or printing process.
For me, this would have been much more enjoyable without the soundtrack. He was talking about just listening to the sound of carving. Yeah, for about three seconds then it's back to the soundtrack.
This title of this video is rather misleading as Hokusai was only one of the four essential professionals required to create The Great Wave. They are the publisher, the designer (Hokusai), the Carver and the Printmaker. There are a number of artistic elements in the various versions of the print that almost certainly were not found in Hokusai's original design.. such as the subtle graduation of tone around Mt Fuji.. almost certainly an aesthetic decision of the printer.
Hokusai made some beautiful, detailed prints so many centuries ago, then comes this guy and prints a bunch of colorful triangles. Very talented man lol
I would like to see this video increased from 4 minutes to 1 hour! Fabulous craftsmanship and what a stunning image he created. In fact I could watch this guy work all day long.
For over 20 years I have owned a Japanese Block print by Tsuchiya Koitsu (1870-1949).
I did not know a single thing about it except that I liked it and paid $35 for it at an estate sale.
I have recently begun researching my print and the art of Japanese block printing and it is a wondrous discipline and beautiful
craft. This young artist, Takuji Hamanaka is creating prints that will be collected and honored for hundreds of years.
I'm sick of wars..Art is so peaceful.
You got that right.
Hokusai's Great Wave is truly a masterpiece. Staring at it always takes my mind down rabbit holes for hours on end
its crazy how contemporary hakusai's work looks
His description of the process covers all the aspects of design,history technjque methodology and philosophy.bringing the conventional into the contempoary. I love how he describes the restrictions can create liberty by pushing the boundaries re examing not only the artist but a reform of ideas into a computer savy world.Through the artist eyes quote ;Vui Alama Amosa.....
Impressive process. Very relaxing to watch.
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Very little info about the actual woodcut painting technique... :(
Painting? It’s got nothing to do with painting though?? It’s literally a WOODcut. Not a painting...
This was so satisfying to watch!
In fact, in Narita airport in Tokyo, there's a little workshop on Japanese culture and crafts. When I was there last year, one of the crafts was to remake Hokusai's the Great Wave with these techniques(except the wood was carved)! It was both interesting and the final result looked so beautiful and surreal.
I like his voice and his reflections on the art work.
I have been fascinated with these woodblock prints since my 20s, after moving to San Francisco. I was introduced to them by older friends, mostly war vets, who had been staitioned in Japan after WWII and during the Korean conflict. It wasn't until I returned home (Maryland) years later that I began reading about the artists and the methods used in creating these beautuful works of art. The artist would paint a scene and collaborate with the printers, who used a team to carve out the scene. Too much to tell here, but the colirs are added in layers.
i like how calm he talks makes me almost fall a sleep in a good way....i think he studied Buddhism because he really speaks as if he is meditating and the way he talks about his craft is very typical for Japanese....
It also made me want to fall asleep in a good way
David bull if you want to know more about the technical aspects of the oldest surviving Great Wave prints
Gooshi Dildos thank you for recommending him. I’m watching his videos now and they’re fantastic. I live getting to see not only the process, but little bits of how the shop runs and even just of Japan in general.
ooh lovely! keeping old traditions alive in this day and age is a real blessing and spectacle :-)
The title of this video is misleading. Mostly everything in this video Hokusai had no part of. He created the general design of the image, but this was then passed on to the woodblock carver and the print maker (what we are seeing now), in which those two shops would then make his design a reality. So they had the brunt of the work with the carving of the multiple blocks, and the decision on how to color and what colors to use on the design.
It appears from what you have written you understand the process used by Hokusai and his publisher Yohachi for the 36 Views. Can you tell me what specific paper Hokusai used for his design? The design turned over, eventually, to the block carver: the same paper used for creating the Hanshita-e. Also, the paper used to create the actual prints. I know they are two different types of paper since the one Hokusai used for his design and the ones used for the Hanshita were much like tracing paper (the lines could be seen through the paper.) Whereas, the paper used for the actual print was much sturdier, had sizing on both sides and was not transparent or nearly so. Thanks for the help.
Helen Silver - Ask David Bull on youtube. He would know.
Personally I’d like to know what inks they are using specifically
@@helensilver1381 I think it's called gummy paper
Beautiful time capture time capsule of the past to the present artist carrying on the roots of those that paved the way
What’s the music, anyone know?
Name of the music??
I close my eyes and yesterday is reborn, thank you
Beautiful work, beautiful soul.
All the best!
J
Traditional Japanese printmaking has always fascinated me
Also, anyone know the name of the music in the background?
wonderfull...who
made the music?
Very cool!
Still cool!
I've seen this wave a lot but I never knew it had such a rich history.
Is it possible that you can correct the close captioning in TH-cam studio. I have a hearing impaired student, and the close caption has innumerable mistakes with in it. Thank you.
It sold for USD 68,500 in 2009 and USD 943,500 in 2017 (google "the great wave christies).
Was recommended to me today. Cool video.
Beautiful thanks
I have the Great Wave tattooed on my chest. Was an impulsive decision and my second tattoo but I've never regretted getting it.
do u put the sketch of what ur going to carve face down onto the block?
Ukyo-e love all of them
beautiful..
Name of the music on the back ground?
I want his studio
Did Hokusai carve his own blocks as well, or was that left to dedicated masters?
Nope, Hokusai drew the original and it was then carved into the wood (thus destroyed) by a carver.
@@NeverLooksAtComments Pretty much like creating a negative in order to create a photographic print. I see why the Japanese are so fond of this art form a little more clearly now ^-^
@@DarkAngelEU I think it reminds me more of how t-shirt graphics are made via the screen printing process. Both involve making a negative of a piece and adding color to certain sections that need them.
There are many collaborators involved in the creation of a block print.
The artist who makes the original sketch and may do other steps as well. The engraver who carves up to 10 wood blocks and the printer who mixes the colors and presses the paper onto the inked blocks, under the supervision of the artist.
I would also need to include the craftsmen who create the special paper, the paste and base inks that are used. They use an art and craft that is as old as wood block printing itself.
Love the sound of the craving.
🌊 Hokusai will always be the greatest artist. 🌊
His elegant minimalism
Amazing
what he said about restrictions leading to more freedom is deep. It makes me think of the original super Mario bros. soundtrack. Koji Kondo was restricted by hardware to only 4 tracks. It forced him to dig deep and create a soundtrack that didn't waste a single note, and yet conveyed so much. had he been given 8 tracks, its possible we may not have gotten those masterpieces. Ultimately he was able to compose full scale, but the theme of every Mario song traces back to the original theme. It is the essence of it all.
The more I hear from these woodblock printmakers, the more I get the sense that incidental philosophy is learned through the process.
I really wish there were subtitles...
What music nome?
Thank you )
Music?
Surprised the blocks are so thin. I would think they would be prone to warping.
Always the movement. Never still. And the beauty.
Source? Love your vids!
Which paper is used
I like the print you made.
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What kind of wood are you using to carve your images?
EXCELLENT, THANK YOU :) !!!!
A very nice video of a gifted Artist, but, sadly the background music was a tad too loud.
i have his shirt sold in Uniqlo!!!
So how did he create it??
I'm freaking crying I have an assessment and I can't find anything about him
Why is this video still pinned to the top of the page?
Wow!!!so nice...
Stunning!
I'm sure anyone who comes by this video also knows about David Bull and how he has been traditionally reproducing the Great Wave print by Hokusai.
I've got one
0:27 lens are THICC
Hokusai, on his death bed said - if I had but ten, no five more years, I think I can become a real artist.
How wonderful!! HE WAS WONDERFUL!
The title and the content is totally different.
I feel cheated.
Thank you +Christie's
Why this is in VanGogh's insta?
I had to recreate the great wave for an art project (it was a diorama) and boy was it hard 😂😂
I have a notebook who’s cover is this
Classic image thank you.
my professor has me watching this I don't regret it
This is for my work
The title of the video is very misleading. Hokusai was a desginer. As soon as he handed his design to the carvers his job was done. He didn't take part in any of the carving or printing process.
so?
David Bull gang represent!
Bravo!
Hey that's pretty good.
Nice
I have a print of this on my wall.
Did you like it? Look up for David Bull.
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He wasn't a carver, instead he did the original drawings.
you should visit david bull , the bob ross of woodblock printing
David B.
You know
SUGOI
"Sometimes, restriction creates more freedom."
BOY ABUNDA? 😱
HAHA Im so dumb. I barely understand sth hahaha but gr8 video!
Yes his daughter was pretty good.
He cut himself in one of the shots of his hand. lol
For me, this would have been much more enjoyable without the soundtrack. He was talking about just listening to the sound of carving. Yeah, for about three seconds then it's back to the soundtrack.
Boy abunda
😇🩵🙏🙌
Yeah his daughter was pretty good
This should be on unintentional asmr. :)
There are projects on how to do this on the Stodoys website.
I love woodcuts and the woodcut process. Unfortunately, I didn't like this artist's prints. However, he is quite the gentleman.
I have two painting I will like to sell them any one??
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This title of this video is rather misleading as Hokusai was only one of the four essential professionals required to create The Great Wave. They are the publisher, the designer (Hokusai), the Carver and the Printmaker. There are a number of artistic elements in the various versions of the print that almost certainly were not found in Hokusai's original design.. such as the subtle graduation of tone around Mt Fuji.. almost certainly an aesthetic decision of the printer.
Hokusai made some beautiful, detailed prints so many centuries ago, then comes this guy and prints a bunch of colorful triangles. Very talented man lol
Good video, but in the end i dont think even he got the concept quite right based on his drawing