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Tag Archives: Monotype prints
Print commission: Piece 1
I was recently engaged to explore printing on handmade Hemp paper by someone who intends to market this paper for sale. I was given a general idea of what was required based on some work I had done previously. Piece … Continue reading
Quick monotypes
I had a quick dip into the world of monotypes recently after watching a few short videos. Essentially I spent a bit of time with ink, scrapers and credit cards to see what marks I could make. These two were … Continue reading
2022 03 10 Image of the week
Bob Cornelis, Chain Link, monotype, 10″ x 8″ I’ve long been a fan of Bob’s work, his abstract shapes have a huge appeal to me and this isn’t the first time I’ve featured his prints. Some of my recent work … Continue reading
Print 1. Project 15: Design 4
Monotype printing Today I had a complete change of pace and direction. The first three designs for this project have been carefully thought out and executed. I decided to try a landscape without too much planning – the never-ending quest … Continue reading
Monoprinting workshop
Monotype printing with Tony Ameniero Three weeks ago I attended this workshop and I’ve been gathering materials and practicing the techniques I learned since then. The first thing to say about Tony is that he is a marvellous tutor: calm, … Continue reading
Print 1. Inspired by Bruno Leti
A day at AGNSW (Art Gallery of NSW), part of which was spent in the research library, resulted in discovering Bruno Leti, a painter, printmaker, photographer and book artist. Born in Italy in 1941, he came to Australia when he … Continue reading
Print 1. Project 1: Review
Considering the slow and rocky start I had to this project I feel that I’ve made quite a bit of progress over the last few weeks. The following are some of the things I’ve explored: Using a variety of media … Continue reading
Print 1. Project 1: Tulip monotype prints
And finally ………. Deb posted a very helpful tip on my last blog post regarding printing on pre-soaked paper. So today I’ve spent the day looking into that. Along with some helpful comments from my tutor, who I wrote to … Continue reading
Print 1. Project 1: Painted monoprint from life
For the still life section I looked at many items and arrangements, finally deciding on a replica Etruscan vase and a sun visor. I took various photos of them, uploaded and reversed them to see how the final print would … Continue reading
Print 1. Project 1: Research Point
Edgar Degas: Monotypes I decided against researching Degas on-line in favour of the huge amount of books available at my local libraries. Sitting each day reading a little more, reviewing some of his works and learning about his influences has … Continue reading
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