Changes in point-dyeing techniques in Yuxian paper-cutting techniques
"Point dyeing" is also called "point color" and "point color". It is a dye used in Yu County paper-cutting by dipping a brush into the desired earth color on the carved raw rice paper work. It is called "appreciating color", and it needs to be mixed with wine when using it, so that the color can go down without spreading, and soak without penetrating. When dyeing, it is generally necessary to wait for the previous color to dry before dyeing the next color to avoid stick and color transfer. But sometimes in order to achieve the effect of mutual penetration of colors, another color is applied when one color is half dry. Traditional Yuxian paper-cutting is bold and bold in the use of colors, mostly using primary and contrasting colors with high brightness and purity. The pictures are colorful and have a strong rural atmosphere. The color of traditional paper-cutting is rich and almost "black". From an aesthetic point of view, because it is attached to white linen paper, it plays a role in diluting the color. When the sun shines on it, the color becomes bright and prosperous. lively. From a practical point of view, the darker the color, the better it can withstand the suns rays, and the longer it will last.
As Yuxian paper-cutting artists created a wide variety of modern paper-cutting crafts, changes were also made in point-dyeing techniques to meet the needs of modern products. They absorbed the use of light and color in Western watercolor paintings and rendered them to enhance the transparency and three-dimensionality of the picture, with light and shadow effects. Due to different uses, the colors of handicraft paper-cuts naturally have different requirements. They mostly use multi-color spot dyeing. Compared with traditional paper-cuts, the brightness and purity are greatly reduced, pursuing visual comfort and harmony.
Currently, due to the small demand for traditional paper-cutting, which brings little profit, production has also been reduced. Manufacturers spend more effort to produce modern new varieties of paper-cutting that are best-selling in the market and can create greater value. . Although skills cannot remain unchanged forever and will change with the changes in cultural ecology, while adapting to the market and pursuing profits, the loss of those ancient and original skills is also a pity and should cause people to of attention. (More promotional reading: The impact of traditional commodity markets on paper-cut window grilles in Yu County)
