TECHNIQUE
Monotype
Monotype is a form of printmaking distinguished by its singular, spontaneous nature. Unlike traditional printmaking methods where multiple copies are produced, monotype results in a single, unique print. The process involves applying ink or paint onto a smooth surface, such as glass or metal, and then transferring the image onto paper through pressure using "light-field," additive ink applied directly, or in the subtractibve, "dark-field," the plate is covered wtih ink and the image is made by removing paint. Artists have considerable freedom in creating monotypes, as they can manipulate the ink or paint directly on the printing surface, allowing for experimentation with color, texture, and mark-making, resulting in diverse and unpredictable outcomes.
Methods
Artworks
Red Squall: Wander
$12,500
Playing Volume
$16,990
Cambion
$8,550
Monotype I
$3,950
Monotype II
$3,950
Large Monotype I
$5,600
