Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Croton reduction linocut 3, the second colour

Croton reduction linocut, the second colour
This colour didn't print as smoothly as the yellow, the ink was a different consistency and was tending to separate in the tube. I blended it as well as I could on the glass with a palette knife. I'm hoping the slightly mottled effect won't be a problem, maybe it will have a charm of its own. So far my registration system is working reasonably well. This was actually printed several days ago, I'm only now getting round to posting it.

3 comments:

Unknown said...

Still looking good - even though you say the consistency of the yellow was a bit of a problem. Looking forward to the next stage.
Lynn

Mary Adam said...

Thanks Lynn. That one was a few days ago so the next stage is coming up soon.

Unknown said...

I agree that it is looking good. The mottling in the red could be a very effective contrast/base for other colours. Looking forward to the next stage!