The Screen Printing Lab

Pebble Print : Lino block print. This is the lino that I have used to run a series of prints using different blues to match the different blues found in the sea, evoking a feeling of warm and serenity.
Pebble print Lino

Pencil drawing of block print idea.
Reseach for RCA Sleep Project brief.
Research into Pebbles  and integral agate
Creating ideas for hand/foot warmer with agate.

Pebble print onto Japanese paper.

The print above was done using traditional techniques .The idea came from a wish to create a traditional repeat pattern including a reflective approach.I have been taking photographs in the landscape and have especially like images of reflections onto water via the sunslight reflecting onto water creating a mirrored image. I am also intersted in 50's textiles print and the use of stylizing natural images to create something pleasing to look at without it being too busy and over done.



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