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.
Apple blossoms (A1) Contact for price
Magnolia Branch A2) Contact for price
Fox glove and pearls (B1) Contact for price
Glads and Grapes (B2) Contact for price
Antique Chinese Pots (C1) Contact for price
Sunflowers and Pysanky Eggs (C2) Contact for price
Lunaria (money plant) in glass vase (D1) Contact for price
Calla Lilies in Chinese vase (D2) Contact for price
Spider Mums and Ribbon (F1) Contact for price
Hydrangias (F2) in square glass vases /SHIM Contact for price
Baby's breath in glass vase (G1) Contact for price
Dogwood and Snow Berries (G2) Available through Artsy/ SHIM Contact for price
Rosemary Herbs and Garlic (H1) Contact for price
Pears & Wild flowers in Double Happiness Pot (H2) Contact for price
Cone flowers and Lemons (M1) Contact for price
Irises and Lace (M2) Contact for price
Queen Anne's Lace (K1)
Cotton and Eggs (k2) Contact for price
Tulips in glass vase (L1) Contact for price
Lilacs and Lace (Chinese vase)(L2) Contact for price
Daisies in glass vase (I 1) Contact for price
Anemones (I-2) Contact for price
Eucalyptus in glass vase (I 3) Contact for price
Fuji Mums in Chinese Vase Mezzotint (J-1)
Peonies in Geometric Vase (J-2)
Camellia Branch (N-1)
Gingko Leaves (O-1)
Angel with Trumpet (blue) Contact for price
Angel with Lute (blue) pre-rocked plate Contact for price
