This is an actual relief print pulled from a stump I found in Saugatuck, MI in 2013. This process of printing involves sanding the tree stump to a polish, torching the surface which burns away the spring wood, scraping away the spring wood, inking up the stump and laying a piece of Okawara paper over top using my thumb to press against the stump and pull a print which was then scanned in to create this digital reproduction. To learn more about printing stumps and to observe their beauty I recommend reading the book Woodcut by Bryan Nash Gill.
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Woosah Outfitters is a naturally inspired art and apparel brand based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan that features the artwork of founder and owner, Rae Lang. The designs and drive behind Woosah revolve largely around woodcuts and the outdoors. Each design and product is hand crafted here in Grand Rapids in limited edition runs.
Our graphics are inspired by nature + hand carved from wood.
We're not some big ol' corporation, we're pretty small actually, and we like it that way!
We use water base ink on high quality garments because we value the longevity of our products just as much as the art we print on them.