Magnolia

Handmade linocut print on Vélin paper

Dimensions: 11,5 x 15 inch (30 x 40 cm)

The blossoming magnolia tree merges with the feminine in celebration of spring’s renewal and self-acceptance. Just as the magnolia bursts into bloom after winter dormancy, so too does the true self flourish when we stop hiding behind others’ definitions of who we should be.

The artwork celebrates the ancient connection between women and nature’s cycles, reminding us that we can be soft and strong, delicate and fierce. We can be traditionally feminine or completely our own version of it.

This print was created using the ‘reduction method,’ this technique involves carving a single lino block in stages to build up layers of color. Here 5 layers have been created. With this technique, a little more is carved away from the printing block after each layer of colour, so that only one edition can be printed. Once the print is sold out, it will never be available again.

Each print is designed, carved, and hand-printed by me in my small workshop in the Laurentians. Because of this handmade process, slight variations in color and print may occur. This makes every piece truly one of a kind.

Frame and accessories are not included.