Memorandum - Time and Change : Creative Process

Abstract

The creating process of a print series entitled ‘Memorandum - Time and Change’ can be divided into two parts. Part one focuses on the investigation into philosophy and meaning of rust. Although rust is generally viewed as a sign of deterioration and intrusion, I personally see its beauty as it reflects the truth of the Dharma. Impermanence is one of the Buddhist concepts. Part two is a scientific research exploring oxidation and a way to generate rust. I carried out an experiment which is creating rust on metal material and controlling humidity during that process. After these two parts completed, I then created artworks with a reference to a combination of mono print and collography techniques. This series of print works is, therefore, produced by the method of absorbing rust from metal plate. Ferruginous image appeared on paper is a result of this method.