Create your own seal or set of seals. a) Think about symbols, patterns, or designs that you would like to represent yourself, your family, or your community. Keep in mind that these symbols should be simple enough to carve, and should have strong lines.
b) Cut the potato in half. If you’d like, you may wish to cut each potato into smaller “stamps,” but make sure to retain one flat surface for each piece.
c) Use tools to carve a design into the flat surface of at least one piece of potato. You may create as many different stamps as you’d like. Note that the simpler and cleaner the designs you create, the clearer and bolder your stamp will appear.
Step 3: Use the seal(s) to create a design on the paper or fabric.
a) Dampen the sponge and wring it out. Place the sponge on the wax paper or foil. (Alternatively, you may wish to skip this step and step “b”, and use a pre- inked stamp pad.)
b) Brush paint evenly onto the surface of the sponge until the sponge is saturated.
c) Press the carved side of the seal onto the sponge, then onto the paper or fabric. The image you carved should appear in relief on the printing surface.
d) Repeat as desired with the same seal or other seals you created. Continue to replenish the paint on the sponge as needed. If you would like to use multiple colors, clean the sponge thoroughly between colors or use an additional sponge for each.
e) As you create your design, consider the placement of each stamp. Notice the effects of paint saturation, pressure, and seal design on your final print.
Step 4: Write a short reflection (2-3 paragraphs) about your print.
a) Describe the print you created and the decisions you made during the
process.
b) In your reflection, discuss the art elements (color, texture, f