This is an original hand-pulled collagraph print. Limited to a small edition of 3 prints. This listing is for an unframed print.

Update: Two unframed prints left (editions 2/3 and 3/3). Edition 1/3 is framed and will be exhibited in the upcoming Warringah Printmakers 40by40 Exhibition at the Mosman Rowers.

Quiet Watch is a small TetraPak collagraph print depicting the bust of an Australian magpie, rendered in a minimalist style. With generous white space and textured linework, the piece invites stillness and quiet observation - echoing the moment a bird pauses mid-song or mid-thought.

Collagraph is a versatile printmaking technique where textures are built up on a plate, creating beautiful depth. This type of collagraph is made using the inside of recycled TetraPaks (e.g. long life milk cartons). The surface of the tetrapak is manipulated by means of tearing, sanding, drypoint and other processes to create the desired texture. Ink is applied to the surface, and the image is pressed onto paper using a printing press. The mark making process is a detailed and time consuming process, and requires a high level of attention and patience.

Each sheet of paper is hand torn to the required size.

Due to the nature of the handmade process, each print is unique and will have slight variations.

Paper Size: 10.5cm x 15cm
Image Size: 8cm x 10cm (approx)
Ink: Sakura Printmaking Ink
Paper: Somerset Velvet 220gsm

Each print is signed, and numbered in pencil on the front, at the bottom right corner.

Packaging: Your print will be packaged within a plastic sleeve with backing board. The print will be shipped in a rigid mailer.