Community Fabric.
As you can probably see from all of my lino prints in my shop – I am inspired by the architecture of my street. It’s just so picture perfect. All of the houses in a row – each with their own unique differences working together to make the whole. It’s very much like the individual lives of the people and families here as well.
We are moving from this little neighborhood – and it is a bit bitter-sweet. I have decided to create a textile pattern to commemorate this time in my life – and make a small snapshot of the character that I love about this town. As you can see I am painting the image onto acetate – how old school – no computers for me.
I haven’t gotten the details down yet – still trying to simplify – simplify. If there is anyone out there – please let me know what you think. ( Can you guess which house is mine??)
posted by Leanne Graeff at
8:49 AM
4 Comments:
I just love all of your house prints and that neighborhood would definitely be hard to leave. The new house looks lovely though. I can't wait to see the final textile!
Aw, you're moving! It's like we're getting to know the place thru your images. Hope your new neighborhood is this charming.
So, you draw on acetate and then what? Are you silk-screening or block printing?
Yes, we seem to be in a similar mode these days... busy busy busy! Thanks for dropping by today!
Hi Cicada -
I paint with India Ink onto acetate. This becomes the positive that is used to shoot - or rather develop the screen. I am making patterns to be hand printed elseware in the flat bed method.
I hope to have more tutorials about how to make silkscreens on a small scale too. Adding to list now :)
Oh goodie! Today I took the boys to the art store and among the booty was a little block of lino and a carving tool set. I'm sure mine is buried where I will never find it again. I'm so excited to begin this little project! If it works out, I'll invest in the roller and brayer... I didn't want to go overboard, which I'm prone to do.
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