"The artist is also a born adventurer. His explorations, unlike those of the tourist, are rewarded by the discovery of beauty spots unmentioned in the guide books, and with tireless curiosity and an exceptional proneness to wonderment, he will come upon objects of remarkable interest overlooked or even shunned by more disciplined observers."

Augustus John, R.A.

Sunday, 30 June 2024

Mezzotint Workshop

 Another very enjoyable two days spent delivering a mezzotint workshop at Prospect Studios in Waterfoot, Rossendale. Once again some excellent work has been produced in just two days.










Golden Plover


 Golden Plover

8 colour reduction linocut

190mm x 170mm

Newly completed linocut inspired by a recent walk across the moors at the head of the Calder Valley.

Tuesday, 4 June 2024

Spring Walk

 Finally editioned the new Mezzotint. Printed 52 impressions over 3 printing sessions. The latest of what seems to be a suite of images of pathways.




Inked plate on the press bed



Plate and impression



In the blotters to dry


Spring Walk
Mezzotint
200mm x 150mm
Edition of 50

Printed with Hawthorn Printmakers Carbon Black on 220gsm Fabriano Rosapina. 

There is some glare in the bottom right corner - I need to try and take a better photograph.