1x: Was this piece part of a recent theme, series or show that you had? If so how did it fit into that given grouping?
Edwin Ushiro: This is a continuing series focusing on my intermediate school years. They are dedicated to the stories and adventures of our youth.
1x: What materials were used to create this piece?
Edwin Ushiro: First, everything was hand drawn in graphite and ink with watercolor on vellum. Second, they were scanned into Photoshop for additional rendering and colors. Third, the image is printed onto acetate and painted with acrylics and sealed with a UV matte varnish. Fourth, the final painting is mounted onto Lucite.
1x: When was the piece originally drawn?
Edwin Ushiro: I began this piece back in 2014 and it took around a month to complete.
1x: Tell us a little bit about your process and how the idea and execution came about?
Edwin Ushiro: My process originally evolved from experimental work produced in printmaking class. Trial and error led me from using paper to transparent media where I feel offers the impression of capturing these projected images momentarily.
1x: Describe this piece with one gut reaction word.
Edwin Ushiro: Love.
A Ghost Is Also A Well Forgotten Face… by Edwin Ushiro – Click To Purchase
1x: What are your expectation this year for POW!WOW! Hawaii?
Edwin Ushiro: I have never painted a mural, so I am really excited about this new challenge.
1x: Without giving away too much, what are your plans for your mural out in Honolulu?
Edwin Ushiro: A bike is involved.
1x: Any of the participating artists you are excited to see painting?
Edwin Ushiro: I would love to view my friends Andrew Hem, Audrey Kawasaki and Aaron “Woes” Martin in action.
1x: What’s your schedule like after POW!WOW! 2016? Any big shows or events coming up that you’d like to share?
Edwin Ushiro: While in Hawaii, I will be working on my new body of work for my upcoming solo exhibition at Giant Robot’s GR2 Gallery opening on June 18.
1x: Where else can people find you?
Edwin Ushiro: Website – Instagram@edwinushiro – Twitter
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