Cut the strings, open the bundle, and gently remove the leaves. Some of the leaves might stick, and you have to be careful not to tear the paper. Remember that the paper tears more easily when it's wet.
It's OK if some pieces of leaves remain stuck to the paper. They'll flake off easily when the paper and leaves are dry.
The steamed leaves can be added to a compost pile, for decomposition.
Lay the printed paper out flat to dry.
Once the sheets are dry, remove any remaining pieces of leaves. You can press the printed sheets under heavy books to flatten them.
2 comments:
Your leave prints on paper is inspiring. Just found your great blog. Will follow through your works.
Thank you, Terrie! I enjoy creating the leaf monoprints, and it's amazing what the leaves can do.
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