Iterations | David Wolske: Opening Reception May 11, 2023 5-7:30pm

David Wolske combines contemporary and historical processes to transform letters, numbers, and punctuation into visual poetry. Merging digital design tools with letterpress and fine art printmaking traditions, Wolske's compositions explore conceptual dichotomies, inviting viewers to create their interpretations.

Central to David Wolske's art is an innovative printing technique he created, which he refers to as "isotype" printing—a combination of the words "isolate" and "type." This groundbreaking method allows Wolske to manipulate the fundamental components of letters, such as stems, bowls, and serifs, to craft a distinct language characterized by its dynamic vocabulary. The resulting compositions delve into conceptual dichotomies, including control versus chaos, symmetry in contrast to asymmetry, and the interplay between harmony and dissonance.

Wolske's interdisciplinary practice features two distinct modes of working: controlled methods that translate digital compositions into handmade prints incorporating his collection of antique wood and metal types., and improvisation on his Vandercook proofing presses, which fosters curiosity-driven unpredictability and propels his practice forward.