As promised, way back at the start of this week, another monoprint post..... I've been experimenting further with ink on paper, making one of a kind prints using various layering techniques. Apologies for not giving too many 'how-to's' here, but I prefer not - plus there are many books out there on printmaking that will give you a greater insight into techniques. To be brief, the monoprint process that I use involves applying ink to a sheet of glass and printing off. Sometimes I make more than one impression on a sheet of paper, layering to create a diversity of texture and effect.
The paintings begin as prints..... I make a monoprint on heavier paper - often using ink that is left on the glass from previous pictures. Once the ink is dry I then return to the feint image and use the shapes and textures I see as a starting point for painting. These paintings I call 'colour studies', rather than giving descriptive titles.
My work on paper is an interesting contrast to my work with stitches and fabrics...... they talk and exchange ideas, in their own way. I feel balanced when I am working on both. There are going to be a few changes ahead with how I present my work for sale in the future - how and where I offer artwork and crafted items, but more of that another time.....
I'm rather tired this weekend so am going to keep it brief here today. I hope to share more with you next week and wish you a creative, restful Sunday evening......
5 comments:
I used to monoprint all the time; interesting how such a simple, basic, yet pure technique changes from hand to hand; also interesting how your prints, whilst completely different to your stitch works, echo the feel... I personally prefer the straight up b and w prints; but hey each to there own. Happy creating Linda...
some fantastic bold marks going on here, loving the heavy black. I really like the way you describe your works on paper and stitch work talking to each other! an idea i understand but have never tried to articulate before, you hit the nail on the head there xxx rest well and happy creating xx
you're such a talented person.
sigh.
I really really love your work.
Love all of these especially those with the layers of color.......... I don't think that you should share all the "how to's" because you have spent the time and effort to experiment and create. As an artist, I think that some things should be left to you, the creator!
thank you kindly for your comments, much appreciated! Good encouragement to read on a misty Monday morning....x
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