s3e99 simultaneous color printing and Krishna Reddy's legacy with artist Mark Johnson
From Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem by Ann Shafer, fine art prints evangelist, curator, and art historian
January 27, 2026 · 1h 11m · Season 3 · Episode 99
About this episode
Ann Shafer interviews artist Mark Johnson about his experiences with Krishna Reddy and the intricacies of simultaneous color printing.
"It's not just about the mechanics; it's about the way the colors breathe together on the metal." — Mark Elliott Johnson In this episode of Platemark, host Ann Shafer talks with artist Mark Johnson who shares his extensive experiences working with Krishna Reddy, a master in simultaneous color printing (viscosity printing). The conversation reveals insights into Reddy's creative process, his philosophical approach to art and teaching, and the technical intricacies of his printmaking methods. The episode also touches on Johnson's own journey, the influence of Reddy's teachings on his career, and the continuing relevance of Reddy's techniques in contemporary printmaking. Don't miss Mark's stellar video on simultaneous color printing made for PCNY's spring 2025 exhibition of the work of Krishna Reddy curated by Sarah Burney. https://www.markelliottjohnson.com PCNY video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cSgvqHjTO8 PCNY catalogue: https://issuu.com/ipcny/docs/web-krishna_reddy_publication Show me the images !!
People in this episode
Host: Ann Shafer
Guest: Mark Johnson
Topics covered
- simultaneous color printing
- Krishna Reddy
- printmaking techniques
- art philosophy
- Mark Johnson's journey
Keywords
- simultaneous color printing
- Krishna Reddy
- Mark Johnson
- printmaking
- art techniques
- viscosity printing
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: PCNY
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