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.

Out for a Stroll #1 (Collagraph of Two Wild Turkeys)

Well I've had a lot going on lately, but I finally finished one of these turkey collagraphs. Better late than never. I have a couple of other versions in the works. One has a slightly different background and am attempting to add color to another one.

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.

If you have any questions please email me.

Peacock on Gold #1 (Original Collagraph)

Above you can see some of the stages that this piece went through. This was another one of those what was I thinking???? I obviously still have an obsession with pattern. At any rate, the image size of the peacock is 28" x 21". Paper size is 31" x 24". I recently framed this piece for a show and was pleasantly surprised at how nice it looked. This piece is printed on arches cover white paper. When I have the energy I may do another color variation. I think for now I may go back to painting for a while . . .

Stilt on Circles #3 (Print, Fine Art, Collagraph) fourth stage

I printed another round of yellow ink to subdue the background somewhat.  In the process it killed some of the vibrancy of the color too.  I may have to come back in with more color . . . not sure.

Precis Orythia #5 (Collagraph)

Collagraph:  oil-based etching inks on arches cover white paper

Image size:  22" x 22"  ©2009

If you look at the image below you will see the black and white print I developed prior to adding color.  For more information on my printmaking technique please visit my website.

Precis Orythia Butterfly (Black & White)

Collagraph:  oil-based etching ink on arches cover white paper

Image size:  22" x 22"  ©2009

This is the base printing done prior to adding the color as seen above.  To learn more about my process please visit my website

Peacock Butterfly #2 (Collagraph)

Collagraph:  oil-based etching inks on arches cover white paper

Image size:  22" x 22"  ©2009

This is one of the collagraphs developed from one of the monotype sketches below.

Precis Orythia Butterfly #3

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4"  ©2009

Precis Orythia Butterfly #2

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4"  ©2009

Peacock Butterfly #3

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4" ©2009

Peacock Butterfly #2

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4"  ©2009

Peacock Butterfly (Original Hand-Pulled Monotype)

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4" ©2009  

Polyura Cognatus Butterfly

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4"  ©2009

Bhuthanitis Thaidina Butterfly #2

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4"  ©2009

Precis Orythia Butterfly (Original Hand-Pulled Monotype)

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4"  ©2009

Childrena Butterfly (Original Hand-Pulled Monotype)

Monotype:  oil on arches cover white paper

Image size:  4" x 4"  ©2009