Wyndham Social gladly presents Verses in Chisel: Poems Etched in Time, solo exhibition by Carlos Koo, reviving the timeless art of traditional copperplate engraving through the spirit of masterful craftsmanship.
In the past centuries, metal artisans have used hand-hammering techniques to create embossed, chased, and inlaid designs, elevating ordinary metal objects into intricate and exquisite works of art.
For nearly a decade, Hong Kong artist Carlos Koo has been dedicated to reviving traditional metalworking techniques. In this exhibition, he presents a series of rare hand-engraved copperplate works and unique prints created using these engraved plates as matrices. Carlos’ copperplate engravings primarily feature retro-style line illustrations, using engraving tools and hammers to produce lines of varying thickness and density. By layering parallel and crosshatched lines, he creates intricate textures and shadows, bringing his copperplate narratives to life.
