Untitled 

Otto Schneider created this untitled print using a method known as lithography. This involves drawing an image onto a flat stone or metal plate with a greasy crayon, then treating the surface so that ink only adheres to the drawn areas. Look closely and you can see how the material qualities of the greasy crayon have influenced the appearance of the print. The crayon allowed Schneider to create bold, graphic marks with rich textural nuances, visible in the dense blacks and the softer grays. Each print would require careful registration of the paper, and re-inking of the lithographic stone. The final result is a series of impressions that blend graphic precision with subtle variations, a direct consequence of the artist's hand and the inherent qualities of the materials used. This piece beautifully illustrates how the choice of materials and making processes can deeply influence an artwork's final appearance and meaning.