Lithographs with tusche wash

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——Proofs (test prints) of two stones using tusche wash (ink like oily wash that is painted on the stone). The final version of these prints has higher contrast. Each is about 8×11″. I am thinking about working with this wash in multiple layers so I can print a background color and then some different colors or tones of gray on top, resulting in a denser print. Right now I am limited to small stones because of my skill level and availability. I am also experimenting with printing on eastern paper which is thinner and allows me to fold it, so that i could possibly make a larger image out of printing on several smaller stones. Not sure this will give me the quality I want though. If anyone has suggestions or techniques let me know.