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A linoprint of a bird in a bare tree against a blue winter sky, mounted in a light oak frame

The Watcher | Winter tree linoprint

This limited edition original linoprint was inspired by a photo taken on a winter walk in the countryside. It features a bare tree against a bright winter sky, with the silhouette of a buzzard perched amongst the branches.

 

I wanted  this piece to capture the striking contrast between light and dark, as the winter sun shone behind the tree, as well as the patient gaze of the bird. It seemed to guard the landscape, intently watching those who passed underneath.

 

The background is a monoprint, created using a solid lino block and applying inks with a roller, brush and sponge to create a textured effect. The block was then carved to create the outline of the tree and bird and hand-pressed on top of the background in a very dark grey. The intricate lines took many hours of patient carving to capture the delicate, interweaving branches.

 

Limited edition of four prints on Japanese HoSho paper. 348 x 279 mm (13.7 x 10.9 in).

    PriceFrom £25.00

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