Squared Notebook: A Manual Reproduction of Imperfect Precision

The Squared Notebook is a unique reproduction of an artist's manual process, capturing the subtle imperfections and nuances inherent in the act of printing. The notebook is created through a carefully structured protocol that involves multiple steps, each designed to highlight the unintentional shifts and variances that occur during printing.

The artist starts by designing a PDF file with one square centimetre drawn on each page. Each square is placed in a different position, creating a grid that reflects the irregularity of space. This PDF file is then printed repeatedly, using the same sheet of A4 paper in the same orientation, with both sides printed. This repetitive process results in fifteen sheets, each following the same protocol, forming the content of the notebook.

As the pages are printed, physical factors such as slight shifts in the printing alignment and bumps in the paper become apparent. These minor imperfections accumulate and reveal that even with identical digital files, no two prints can ever be exactly the same. The *Squared Notebook* emphasizes the beauty of repetition and the unpredictable nature of manual processes, where subtle variations emerge from seemingly uniform actions.

This notebook serves as both a work of art and a reflection on the nuances of physical printing—ideal for those interested in the intersection of design, process, and the inherent imperfections that define the human touch in a digital age.