These are my initial prints where I have explored using lino cutting to create a structured feeling pattern which shows my theme of skeletal forms. I am very happy with these first prints and so I will next develop them further with more variety of shapes and colours. I will also try layering up different prints to create a deeper, more exciting print.
I have looked at particular awe-inspiring lino prints and taken notes from the following videos which show clearly the best ways to achieve a successful print.
James Green produces clean, crisp lino prints with character. A video below shows an interview with him where he explains his view on creating a print as well as some of his work.
Gary Ratushniak creates very bold, outstanding prints with movement and a three-dimensional quality.
He uses strong colours which I am very drawn to and a composition which pulls your attention into the piece. This video explains his own influences of his work.
Thomas Shahan creates very detailed prints with one print, rather than layers of different colours like James green or Gary Ratushniak. Shahan's influences date back to very early prints with elements of surrealism.
During my last project I began exploring printing with lino cuttings which I believe where successful through their hand-crafted appearance. I am therefore planning to take this method further into my next project, where I will focus on skeletal forms.
