Reflection
What is a reflection in art?
Thinking and writing about your work and process
What is handmade paper made from?
Pulp (broken-down fibres, usually paper and water)
What does “NBA” stand for?
National Basketball Association
What is printmaking?
Creating artwork by transferring ink from a surface onto paper
What is a zine?
A small handmade self-published book
Name one thing you should include in an art reflection.
What you made / how you made it / what you learned
Name one material that can be added to handmade paper for texture.
Leaves / petals / threads / fabric scraps
What does “manga” refer to?
Japanese comic books or graphic novels.
What is a relief print?
Printing from raised areas on a surface
What is pamphlet stitch used for?
Binding pages together with thread through the spine
Why do artists evaluate their work?
To understand areas for improvement
Why do artists press handmade paper after forming it?
To remove excess water
Solve: 3x = 27
x = 9
What tool is used to spread ink evenly in printmaking?
A brayer (roller)
What is slab binding?
A bookbinding method where pages are attached to a solid cover or spine structure
What does “successful artwork” mean?
A work that meets the artist’s goals or intent
What tool is used to lift and shape paper pulp into sheets?
A mould and deckle
What element is associated with Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius?
Fire
Why do artists often reverse their designs in printmaking?
Because prints come out mirrored
Why do artists make handmade books?
To present ideas, artworks, or stories in a physical format
How does reflecting on your artwork help improve future work?
It helps identify strengths, weaknesses, and ideas for improvement.
What does “fibres” mean in paper making?
Small strands of material that join together to form paper
What causes day and night on Earth?
Earth’s rotation
Name one common printmaking surface.
Lino / foam / wood / cardboard
What is the “spine” of a book?
The edge where pages are bound together