MEZZOTINT

The Mezzotint process of printmaking was invented in the mid-17th century, and has pretty much gone out of favor with most printmakers because it is so labor- intensive  and time-consuming.  However, the  rich, velveting blacks that can be produced are, I believe, worth the effort.  Furthermore, it may be time for mezzotints to make a comeback, since this is an intaglio process like etching, but requires no toxic solutions or hazardous materials. 
I was thrilled  to receive  an Artist Support Grant from the NC ArtsCouncil/Forsyth County Arts Council/Arts Greensboro to explore Mezzotints. Here are  some fo the results. 


Fuji Mums in Chinese Vase Mezzotint
Fuji Mums in Chinese Vase Mezzotint

Lunaria (money plant)  in glass vase (D1)
Lunaria (money plant) in glass vase (D1)
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Baby's breath in glass vase (G1)
Baby's breath in glass vase (G1)
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Magnolia blossoms in dragon vase (A2)
Magnolia blossoms in dragon vase (A2)
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Tulips in glass vase (L1)
Tulips in glass vase (L1)
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Anemones in Chinese vase (I 2)
Anemones in Chinese vase (I 2)
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Fiji Mums and ribbon (F1)
Fiji Mums and ribbon (F1)
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Fox glove and pearls (B1)
Fox glove and pearls (B1)
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Rosemary and Garlic(H1)
Rosemary and Garlic(H1)
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Irises and Lace (M2)
Irises and Lace (M2)
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Queen Anne's Lace (K1)
Queen Anne's Lace (K1)


Calla Lily in Chinese vase (D2) Available through Artsy/ SHIM
Calla Lily in Chinese vase (D2) Available through Artsy/ SHIM
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Cone flowers and Lemons (m1)
Cone flowers and Lemons (m1)
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Eucalyptus in glass vase (I 3)
Eucalyptus in glass vase (I 3)
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Lilacs and  Lace (Chinese vase)(L2)
Lilacs and Lace (Chinese vase)(L2)
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cherry blossoms (A1)
cherry blossoms (A1)
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Antique Chinese Pots (C1)
Antique Chinese Pots (C1)
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Pears & Wild flowers in Double Happiness Pot (H2)
Pears & Wild flowers in Double Happiness Pot (H2)
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Dogwood and Snow Berries (G2)  Available through Artsy/ SHIM
Dogwood and Snow Berries (G2) Available through Artsy/ SHIM
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Daisies in glass vase (I 1)
Daisies in glass vase (I 1)
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Cotton and Eggs (k2)
Cotton and Eggs (k2)
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Hydrangias (F2) in square glass vases /SHIM
Hydrangias (F2) in square glass vases /SHIM
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Glads and Grapes (B2)
Glads and Grapes (B2)
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Sunflowers  and Pysanky Eggs (C2)
Sunflowers and Pysanky Eggs (C2)
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Angel with Horn (blue)
Angel with Horn (blue)
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Angel with Lute (blue) pre-rocked plate
Angel with Lute (blue) pre-rocked plate
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Angel with Violin (blue) pre-rocked plate (Sold) Still available in edition.
Angel with Violin (blue) pre-rocked plate (Sold) Still available in edition.
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Angel with Flute (blue) pre-rocked plate
Angel with Flute (blue) pre-rocked plate
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*Anemones (white), Mezzotint
*Anemones (white), Mezzotint
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