Holiday Inspiration From The Isle Of Barra in The Outer Hebrides
A couple of days ago I wrote about what a wonderful place Vatersay and the Isle Of Barra was for providing me with massive scope for inspiration.
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Collagraphs , Art , Monotype , Printmaking , Travel Carol Nunan 2 October 2019 Carol Nunan - Printmaker Sketchbook , Drawing , Palette knife , pen and ink , acrylics , collage , gelli plate prints
Holidays - A Time to Recharge The Batteries And Find Inspiration For New Work
Let me just say what a wonderful holiday I’ve just had - probably the best I’ve had in a long time.
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I Come From A Family of Artists
Art wasn’t just something I dabble in; I come from a family of artists, it is woven into my DNA.
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An Insight into My Work Process
Want an insight into my work process that lies behind the making of my prints? It is longer than you think.
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Art , Process Carol Nunan 7 August 2019 Art , Artist , carborundum , Carol Nunan , Collagraph , Collagraphs , Collography , handmade prints , intaglio , monotypes , Print , Printmaking , Printmaking courses , printmaking studio access , printmaking workshops , prints , relief printing , texture
A Brief Explanation of Different Printmaking Terms
It helps to understand the terminology that describes different printmaking media if you are unfamiliar with them.
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Unveiling the Beauty of Collagraph Prints: A Unique Art Form Explained
Discover the fascinating world of collagraph prints, derived from the word "collage." Explore the process, materials, and surprises that make these prints truly one-of-a-kind. Perfect for art enthusiasts seeking to add original and captivating pieces to their collections.
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What is a Giclée Print
One of the most asked questions about printmaking - what exactly are Giclée prints and how do you pronounce it?
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What is a monotype? A Beginner's Explanation To Understanding This Printmaking Media
At its simplest a monotype is a hand printed painting. It can be a very ‘painterly’ medium. I use a sheet of Perspex onto which I ‘paint’ oil based inks…
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Creating Interesting Printmaking Courses
Before Christmas I put a call out in my newsletter asking for artists to contact me if they were interested in collaborating with me to create interesting printmaking courses, some of which might be that little bit different.
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Art , Design , Monotype , Printmaking Carol Nunan 4 March 2016 Art , Artist , Carol Nunan , Chris Daunt , creative courses , creative workshops , handmade prints , monotypes , Painterly , Print , Printmaking , Printmaking courses , printmaking workshops , prints , workshops
Life as an artist isn't that easy
There is a general misconception that an artist’s life is a walk in the park - I mean who wouldn't want to make pretty pictures all day, right?
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Collagraphs , Monotype , Printmaking Carol Nunan 2 February 2015 Art , Artist , Carol Nunan , Collagraph , Collagraphs , Collography , handmade prints , intaglio , monotypes , Print , Printmaking , relief printing
One-to-One Sessions Supported Printmaking Workshop Sessions
Yesterday I delivered my first one-to-one printmaking session. Benet wants to build on the workshop and a studio session he did with painter/printmaker Peter Wray down in Cornwall.
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Printmaking Carol Nunan 8 January 2015 Carol Nunan , Collagraph , Collagraphs , Collography , creative courses , creative workshops , intaglio , masterclasses , Print , Printmaking , Printmaking courses , printmaking workshops , prints , relief printing , Studio , texture , workshops
Collagraphs: An Explanation and How-To Guide - Part 1.
Collagraph, is one of the print media with which I work consistently.
You will find the collagraph basics elsewhere but below is collagraphs according to me! All printmakers have our individual approaches to the medium.
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Printmaking Carol Nunan 27 November 2014 Carol Nunan Printmaker Carol Nunan , Collagraph , Collagraphs , Collography , creative courses , creative workshops , handmade prints , intaglio , Print , Printmaking , Printmaking courses , printmaking workshops , prints , relief printing , texture