Yellow and Orange Butterfly #1 (Original Collagraph)

I started this quite some time ago.  I was thinking about how things change . . .

The image size is 7" x 9.25"

Paper size is 9" x 11.5"

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Sandpipers 1

I am planning on printing color on this composition, but it might take me a bit to get around to it. The black and white isn't bad so I thought I would post it now and then post the color version in the next few days. (I hope).

The image size is 5.25" x 19.5"

*Be sure to click on the image to get a larger view!

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Red-Breasted Nuthatch #2 (Collagraph of Female Bird)

One of my customers commissioned me to do a collagraph of this funny little bird.  I think I have only seen white-breasted nuthatches here in Missouri and had figured that one day I would do a collagraph of one of those guys hanging upside down on a tree (which still may happen).  But for now here's my version of the red-breasted female.

The image size is 7" x 9"

Paper size is 9" x 11.5"

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Skiff in the Fog #1 (Monotype of Turqoise Trimmed Boat)

Skiff in the Fog #1
Image Size: 4.25" x 7.5"
Paper Size: 5.5" x 9"

Whenever I need to adjust the pressure on my press I run a test.  I have been looking at this photo my sister posted recently for quite some time and thought I would try to do something with it. What a nice change from those crazy collagraphs I have been working on.

Sneak Preview at Lillian Yahn Gallery (Todd Reigle and Bonnie Murray)

It's definitely quite a mix of work.  I hope this motivates
some of you to venture out to Winghaven on July 14th. 
Thanks to Diane for all her help!

Lillian Yahn Gallery (New Work by Bonnie Murray and Todd Reigle)

For anyone interested, my husband, Todd and I will be hanging a show at the Lillian Yahn Gallery this coming Saturday.  Opening reception is July 14 from 4 - 6PM. Let's hope it's not 115 degrees!

Smallmouth Bass #1 (Collagraph of Game Fish)

The image size of this original, hand-pulled,  hand-colored collagraph of a
Smallmouth Bass measures 3.75" x 6.5" (9.6 cm x 16.5 cm)
Paper Size: 5.75" x 8.25" (14.6 cm x 21cm)
Printed on Arches Cover White Paper
Each print is signed and numbered

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Ann Metzger Memorial National All Media Exhibition

If you are in the area on Sunday the 17th
you might want to stop by and see this show. 
One of my pieces will be hanging.

Tufted Titmouse #1 (Collagraph of Small Bird)

I planned on adding color to this print, but kind of liked it just as it is. 

 I'm trying out some new textures I have acquired.  

A color version will be coming in the next couple of days. 

The image size of this original, hand-pulled collagraph of a Tufted Titmouse
measures 9.25" x 7"
Paper Size: 11" x 9"
Printed on Arches Cover White Paper

Tom Turkey #1 (Original Collagraph of Large Bird)

Okay . . . here's the tom turkey.  I think I am done with turkeys for a while.

The image size of this original hand-pulled, hand-colored, textured collagraph measures 18" x 14.5".
Paper Size: 21" x 16.5"
Varied Edition
Printed on Arches cover white paper

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Dive Bomber #1 (Collagraph of Northern Mockingbird)

When I was in high school a Northern Mockingbird would dive bomb me while I was mowing the grass.  He or she would come so close to my head I thought I needed to do something to protect myself.  My solution was to wear a large sombrero.  I'm sure anyone passing by found me to be rather entertaining.


The image size of this piece is 7" x 9.25"
Paper Size is 11" x 9"
Printed on Arches Cover White Paper
Varied Edition

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Wild Turkey Hen #2 (Hand Colored Collagraph of Textured Bird)

I thought I would show you what a mess I can make while in the process of creating my collagraphs. Pieces of textured paper, etc. just about everywhere (including the floor).
This collagraph practically made me blind with all the tiny pieces. I am currently working on a version with a colored background. I am trying to come up with a more luminous backdrop which is not proving to be easy.

The image size of this original hand-pulled, textured collograph measures 18" x 14.5".
Paper Size: 21" x 16.5"
Varied Edition
Printed on Arches cover white paper

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Pretty in Pink (Original Collagraph of Calf and Pig)

Okay . . . here are the stages this print went through. I really found the faces of these two guys just too much. Now I am wondering if this is another one of those . . . what was I thinking moments???? I'm not sure if the colored background is right for this piece. I may need to change it. It does need some color in the background, just don't know if the yellow and blue work with the overall feeling.

The image size of this original hand-pulled, textured collograph of a pig and a calf measures 13" x 13".
Paper Size: 15.5" x 15"
Varied Edition
Printed on Arches cover white paper

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Rose-Breasted Grosbeak #4 (Collagraph of Male Bird)

I thought I would try a version with some color in the background. I think I like the version a couple of posts below better.

The image size of this original hand-pulled, textured collograph of a male rose-breasted grosbeak measures 7.25" x 9.5" (18.4 cm x 24.1 cm).

Paper Size: 9.5" x 11.5" (24.1 cm x 29.2 cm)
Varied Edition
Printed on Arches cover white paper

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Holsteins Taking A Break (Black and White Collagraph of Two Cows)

During the summer I spent pretty much time in upstate New York as a teenager. Our property was surrounded by dairy farms so I remember seeing a lot of these guys (oops . . . girls). The farmers would come up the hill to bring the cows in for milking at 4AM. Based on my sleeping habits I guess I could have become a farmer.

The image size of this original, hand-pulled collagraph measures 12.5" x 17.5"
Paper Size: 15.5" x 19.5"
Printed on Arches Cover White Paper

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Pelican on Blue #1 (Collagraph of Large Waterbird)

Everyone seems to love pelicans. I love to watch them fish during my visits to Florida. This is my first attempt at adding color to the black and white pelican posted a while back. I took a little liberty here just to make it a little more interesting.

The image size of this original, hand-pulled collagraph of a pelican on a blue background measures 4.5" x 6.5" (11.4 cm x 16.5 cm)
Paper Size: 6.5" x 8" (16.5 cm x 20.3cm)
Printed on Arches Cover White Paper

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Rose-Breasted Grosbeak (Collagraph of Male Songbird)

We used to have a pair of grosbeaks that came through every Spring. Unfortunately we haven't seen them in a couple of years. This is the latest addition to my bird collagraphs. I will probably do a version with a colored background in the near future so check back soon.

The image size of this original hand-pulled, textured collograph of a male rose-breasted grosbeak measures 7.25" x 9.5" (18.4 cm x 24.1 cm).

Paper Size: 9.5" x 11.5" (24.1 cm x 29.2 cm)
Varied Edition
Printed on Arches cover white paper

If you have any questions please email me.

On Edge (Collagraph of Brown Pelican)

I came up with this guy in response to a print exchange request. The guidelines are to print a limited edition of 14 prints on 5" x 7" paper. The intent is for us to use up scraps of paper . . . which I have an abundance of. One print will be in a traveling show, another will be sold (hopefully) and the remaining 12 will be distributed to other printmakers participating in the exchange. The show of prints will be traveling to New Zealand in March. I will probably work on a color version of this to come some time in the future. For any printmakers interested in participating here's a link for more information.

Out for a Stroll #2 (Hand-Colored Collagraph of Wild Turkeys)

Here's the hand-colored version. I think I prefer the black and white version better. It is amazing how colorful these birds can be.

The image size of this hand-pulled print is 17" x 23", the paper size is 19.5" x 25".

Please note: to see a larger version of this guy just click on the image.


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