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Canadian Scratchboard Etching - Three Bears, 2019
Board and Ink - Scratchboard subtractive art
Scratchboard art typically has some minor blemishes due to the nature of the craft
Width X Depth X Height (12ʺ X 1ʺ X 10ʺ)
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Anonymous, Canadian Scratchboard Etching - Three Bears, 2019
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Stunning bears scratchboard etching on wood with varnish layer. Picked up this piece from an artist near Whsitler, Canada. Goes nicely with the listed bear family pieces. Gorgeous piece for...
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Stunning bears scratchboard etching on wood with varnish layer. Picked up this piece from an artist near Whsitler, Canada. Goes nicely with the listed bear family pieces. Gorgeous piece for a baby's room!

 

Some imperfections - Scratchboard art typically has some minor blemishes due to the nature of the craft.

Scratchboard art is essentially a form of engraving where an artist creates images by scratching away a dark layer to reveal a lighter layer underneath. Here's a quick summary:

  • Subtractive Technique:
    • Instead of adding material, artists remove a dark surface to expose a lighter one.
  • High Detail:
    • The process allows for very fine lines and intricate details.
  • Contrast:
    • Scratchboard art is known for its strong contrast between light and dark.
  • Tools:
    • Artists use sharp tools to scratch away the dark layer.
  • Versatility:
    • While often black and white, color can be added to the exposed areas.
       
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Provenance

Whistler, Canada

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Scratchboard art, also known as scraperboard art, is a unique form of engraving where an artist uses sharp tools to scratch away a dark layer of ink, revealing a lighter layer underneath. Here's a breakdown:  

The Basics:

It involves scratching into a surface, typically a board coated with black India ink over a layer of white clay.  
By removing the black ink, the artist exposes the white (or sometimes colored) layer beneath, creating the artwork.  
This technique allows for highly detailed and precise artwork.  
Key Characteristics:

High Contrast: Scratchboard art is known for its dramatic contrast between light and dark.  
Fine Detail: The nature of the technique allows for very fine lines and intricate details.  
Textural Effects: Artists can create a variety of textures by using different scratching tools and techniques.  
Tools and Techniques:

Artists use various sharp tools, such as knives, needles, and specialized scratchboard tools, to create different effects.  
Techniques like stippling, cross-hatching, and line work are used to build up tones and create depth.  
Color can be added to the white areas that have been exposed.  
Applications:

Historically, it was used for illustrations in print media.  
Today, it's used for fine art, illustrations, and various other artistic purposes, including detailed animal portraits.  
In essence, scratchboard art is a subtractive process, where the artist removes material to create the image, rather than adding it.  

 

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