ETCHING | Octa
TITLE: Octa
METHOD: Copper Etching With Aquatint
EDITION SIZE: 1/30
ART (PLATE SIZE): 5.5 x 10 cm
PAPER: Somerset Satin, Soft White. 6x8”
INK: Strong & Soft Black Etching Ink.
MOUNT: Size: 6” x 8” (Aperture 3.5 x 5”) Larson Juhl 1.4mm conservation mount & backing board in warm off white (vanilla) with white core (Presented in a protective cellophane bag)
The piece features a beetle settled inside an octahedron, in our signature drawing style (a mix of geometry & organic lines, with fine lines and micro dots)
The third of the platonic solids in the octahedron having 8 triangular sides. It symbolises the element of air. The shape of the Octahedron symbolises reflection, compassion and healing. Resting on a point, it signifies the careful balance of multiple forces.
It is linked to the Heart Chakra; the centre for love, compassion & our spiritual nature. This chakra is where we access our healing and nurturing aspects.
This piece is printed using a copper etching plate.
Intaglio etching is a labour intensive printmaking technique that involves incising the lines & dots onto a copper plate, with a sharp point. Tone is created though the Aquatint & Aquatint spit bite method.
Aquatint is a spray of tiny acrylic dots. When the plate is immersed in Ferric Chloride it will bite into the metal around the acrylic dots or into the exposed drawn lines.
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.
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) In which case, you will be informed.
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 flat in a study envelope or self folding box. It may 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 marks.
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)