ETCHING | Illuminate
TITLE : Luna Moth
METHOD: Copper Etching with Aquatint, spit bite & drypoint.
EDITION SIZE : 1/10
ART (PLATE SIZE): 2 hand cut plates (Moon 2cm, Moth 7x9cm)
PAPER: Hahnemuhle Etching 300gsm, Natural
INK: A mix of Blue/Black, Pthalo Green & Gold Etching Ink.
MOUNT: Size: 5” x 7” (Aperture 4 x 6”) Larson Juhl 1.4mm mount & backing board in vanilla, with white core (Presented in a protective cellophane bag)
£35
The piece features a moth in our signature drawing style (a mix of geometry & organic lines, with fine lines and micro dots)
Created from 2 plates. The insect plate features a Luna Moth with ferns & geometric patterns. With a moon rising above.
The moon symbolises change & regeneration. Time & rhythmic cycles. Energy & power. The feminine & illumination. Intuitive knowledge & the unconscious. Emotions & feelings.
This print is created from a series of hand cut copper etching plates.
Intaglio etching is a labour intensive printmaking technique that involves incising the lines & dots onto a copper plate, with a sharp point. It is then etched in Ferric Chloride, which bites the design into the copper plate.
It features multiple intaglio techniques such as 8 separate etches, 4 acrylic aquatint sprays, multiple layers of drypoint tones, aquatint spit bite painting & highlight burnishing using agate stones.
The plate is then inked with etching ink. The ink sits in the grooves, whilst the surface ink is wiped off. The ink is then drawn from the incised lines, onto dampened paper, using an etching press.
Each print takes a long time to produce.
These highly detailed, intricate plates ensure each print is unique, making every piece a true one-of-a-kind etching.
I print in small editions, keeping the work precious and limited.
Please Note - Each print may vary slightly , as they are individually printed by hand. The tonal values may be slightly lighter or darker than the example in the image
- I generally have a proportion of the edition already printed.Please be aware that the pieces may be printed to order. It may take up to two weeks to fulfil your order (accounting for the drying time)If you have any particular deadlines, it may be better to get in touch to check lead-times. Please email Dionne@puncturedartefact.com.Items are posted from the UK. The etching may be sent in a self folding box. It may also contain up-cycled packaging. UK, Europe & International charges apply.
I hope that you love your inky art! If you are are unhappy, I will aim to do what I can to make it right. Please email me at Dionne@puncturedartefact.com & I will be happy to assist.
If you would like to return something, I have a 7 day return policy (from receipt of the art) The art must be in its original protective cellophane bag. And show no signs of opening or wear.
A return address will be provided, upon enquiry.- Contact Email | Dionne@PuncturedArtefact.com| Thank you for looking at our art | Thank you for purchasing from an independent artist |Inky LoveDionneX
MOUNT: This piece does not include the frame. It does include a mount. The mount is a warmer Ivory than the one pictured in the image.
FRAME: If a frame is required, please contact us. The frame is Black With antique gold trim. Flat profile. Araucaria Pine. W 20mm, D 23mm, Rebate 15mm. ru Vue Conservation UV Filter Picture Frame Glass (High quality 99% UV filtration glass for conservation work)