But given the somewhat precarious position of prints in the contemporary art world, the inclusion of younger artists would make a good argument that traditional printmaking is still relevant and holds possibilities for this generation.

Drawing from traditional German printmaking, the style uses precise and hard edges, an element that was rather different from the naturalistic style of the time.

From the early 1950's, traditional printmaking has been a vital creative force throughout the region.

Hiroshige's work was a last great flowering of traditional Japanese printmaking.

Drawing from traditional German printmaking, the style uses precise and hard edges, an element that was rather different from the flowing lines seen in Art Nouveau elsewhere.

He began to work with traditional printmaking, including etching, around 1979.

(By this means, he has been able to bypass traditional printmaking, with its reliance upon master printer, customized workshop and long hours spent in proofing and reproofing).

But given the somewhat precarious position of prints in the contemporary art world, and with many artists opting to go digital, it would make a good argument that traditional printmaking is still relevant and holds possibilities for younger artists.

For some reason there's not much traditional printmaking evident.

To do so here, he stands traditional printmaking on its head.