Geai Bleu

Hand-printed linocut on handmade Lokta paper

Dimensions: 15 x 15 inch (40 x 40 cm)

Winter is for sure not the easiest time of the year. But then there are this little wonders that make it worth it to stay. Like seeing Blue Jays with their beautiful feather dress playing in maple samaras.

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 8 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.

I print on handmade Lokta paper, and each sheet has its own subtle differences as well. These small variations are exactly what make hand-printed works so special and beautiful.

Frame and accessories are not included.