Bee Print

For this print, I repurposed a used Styrofoam takeout container as my printing plate, pressing my bee design into the soft surface to create an indented relief. My goal was to reuse discarded materials to emphasize sustainability and environmental awareness. I was inspired by the bees I see around me and the important role they play in our ecosystem. To add more depth and texture to the background, I incorporated bubble wrap, which created a pattern reminiscent of a honeycomb, further connecting the piece to the world of bees. After carving the design, I rolled ink over the surface, allowing the raised areas to pick up the color while the indented lines remained clean. I then pressed paper onto the inked plate to transfer the image.