Finished Carving Waratahs…Linocut…Linoblock…Linoprint

Finally just finished carving the "Waratahs" linoblock. It has been a slow progress - it took all day to finish the central panel leaves. The image on the left shows the linoblock and template image. A detailed close-up is below - it shows the different types of carving including the finer linework. Now off to... Continue Reading →

June 19, 2008 0

Waratahs and Linocuts

Whilst I a working on with the current 'Waratahs' Linocut thought I'd just post a few of my previous linocuts using the Waratah - telopia speciosissima - as the inspiration... 1. NSW State Floral Emblem 7. 1998 Waratah 8. Wild Waratah 25. Waratah 82. Waratahs and Flannel Flowers 83. Waratah 02 96. Waratah Trio Australian... Continue Reading →

June 16, 2008 0

Carving a new Linocut – Linoblock…Waratahs

I am currently carving this new linoblock - Waratahs. I am still deciding on the style of hatching I would like to carve on the leaves - so have left the sections that you can see on the leaves at the top of this image as flat raised areas - need to make the decision... Continue Reading →

June 15, 2008 0

In the garden today…Grevillea “peaches and cream”

Grevilleas are lovely in the garden and are a good source of nectar for many of the local native birds. This plant is a more recent addition to our garden but has grown well and has these gorgeous flowers. I have grown many of the plants that I use in my artwork. Although those waratahs... Continue Reading →

June 14, 2008 0

Carving approaches for linocuts…linoprints

Sometimes if the carving of a linoleum block is more complex or I want to try out a couple of different carving methods before starting on the actual design block I will do a 'sample carve and print' first. The process of deciding whether you want a 'rough' immediate style of graphic image that reflects... Continue Reading →

June 6, 2008 0

Still here!! Designing a new linocut…and the use of computers…

Yes I am still here and working hard! Horrible weather here for days - raining, windy etc.. but lovely and sunny today. I know the rain is great but it gets a little damp after more than a few days. On the other hand - inside in the warmth drawing/designing and making warm chicken and... Continue Reading →

June 4, 2008 0

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