About
How I became a printmaker
In 2014 I began exploring different mediums of art whilst working full time as a primary school teacher. The journey opened areas of art form that I had not experienced or long forgotten! I relished dedicating a few hours of my time in creating pieces of work that enabled me to enter a different world altogether.
I decided to take my journey one step further by enrolling in screen print and relief printing classes at Spike Print Studio and Folk House. My play with printmaking developed with the help of good friends and tutors I met along the way. I soon began using inspiration from my education, career and travels to create unique small relief prints.
Inspiration
In 2017, an established routine of working part time allowed me to focus on my Printmaking practice. With practice and an exploration of my cultural and family heritage, connections started to emerge in my work. Meaningful trips abroad became a springboard of inspiration; I soon found myself using various mixed media to create prints that told a story. Each print had a story and meaning within it, something that connected me to its formation. Travels to ancestral villages and my parents migration inspired me to bring life and a rich culture to my creativity.
freedom moments stillness
Printmaking allows me to explore and create with freedom. Each piece is unique and that mirrors the moments we have in life. Nothing will be exactly the same, there will always be scope for variation and possibility. A play with colours, shape and textures invites vibrancy and joyfulness. Connecting and creating moments of tranquility to savour the natural beauty that surrounds us, brings forth stillness and the hope of keeping a precious memory alive.
a print’s journey
Each print edition is created using a combination of techniques. The process begins with my inspiration as a starting point, I begin to illustrate and create a draft of the print image. Using my Pfeil tools and sketchbook notes, I begin playing with the different marks and shapes that I can bring to the print. Once my sketch is finalised, I transfer the image onto Lino and coat it with a thin Indian ink wash. This allows me to keep the drawing in place and begin the process of carving. After carefully selecting and preparing the paper, printing using Cranfield relief ink will begin. Each piece that is printed will be of unique quality and checked to ensure it portrays the desired effect that was sought.
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