AMELIA OVER ZINC STARRY SKIES STUDY
Framed Original Zinc Leaf Cyanotype
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Inspiration:
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Amelia Earhart |
| Year: | 2020 |
| Materials: |
Cyanotype, Handmade Paper, ZincLeaf |
| Dimensions: | 210mm (Frame Diameter) x 30mm (Depth) |
Inspiration
This artwork was inspired by pioneering pilot and adventurer extraordinaire Amelia Earhart. Defying gender roles, she built an unorthodox career in a man’s world; she was a compelling force in aviation and women’s rights; diversified her career with lectures, writing, and business ventures. Earhart dared to be different, an inspiring role model for women and one of the most famous flyers of her day.
Technique
Amelia The Aviatress (Over Zinc Starry Skies Study) was created by constructing a hand-cut collage using female photographic portraiture and hand-drawn illustrations of birds.
After coating the handmade paper with light-sensitive chemistry, it is left to dry in a dark room. The large scale negative is then contact printed onto the paper by exposing to daylight (UV rays). The print is then processed by thoroughly washing in water to remove any unexposed solution. It can then be hung to dry, developing to full density Prussian blue after 24 hours. Once the image is fixed it is hand finished with chemical and heat-treated zinc leaf.
Dimensions
Unframed: 148mm diameter
Framed: 210mm diameter x 30mm frame depth x 13mm frame face
Paper
Handmade recycled cotton rag paper:
150gsm / 100% Cotton Rag / Recycled / Acid Free / PH Neutral / Medium Rough
Mount
We use float mounting for all of our framed cyanotypes. The artwork floats above a snow-white mount board, showcasing the paper texture and deckled edging.
Framing
Framed artwork will arrive ready to hang.
Each frame is handmade by our London based design team. They prime and sand the wooden frame before spraying black or white soft-sheen paint to achieve the highest quality finish. All frames come with gallery spec, 3mm thick anti-reflective/ UV glazing as standard.
If you would like a bespoke frame, please get in touch to discuss alternative colours, gilding and glazing options.
Inspiration
This artwork was inspired by pioneering pilot and adventurer extraordinaire Amelia Earhart. Defying gender roles, she built an unorthodox career in a man’s world; she was a compelling force in aviation and women’s rights; diversified her career with lectures, writing, and business ventures. Earhart dared to be different, an inspiring role model for women and one of the most famous flyers of her day.
Technique
Amelia The Aviatress (Over Zinc Starry Skies Study) was created by constructing a hand-cut collage using female photographic portraiture and hand-drawn illustrations of birds.
After coating the handmade paper with light-sensitive chemistry, it is left to dry in a dark room. The large scale negative is then contact printed onto the paper by exposing to daylight (UV rays). The print is then processed by thoroughly washing in water to remove any unexposed solution. It can then be hung to dry, developing to full density Prussian blue after 24 hours. Once the image is fixed it is hand finished with chemical and heat-treated zinc leaf.
Dimensions
Unframed: 148mm diameter
Framed: 210mm diameter x 30mm frame depth x 13mm frame face
Paper
Handmade recycled cotton rag paper:
150gsm / 100% Cotton Rag / Recycled / Acid Free / PH Neutral / Medium Rough
Mount
We use float mounting for all of our framed cyanotypes. The artwork floats above a snow-white mount board, showcasing the paper texture and deckled edging.
Framing
Framed artwork will arrive ready to hang.
Each frame is handmade by our London based design team. They prime and sand the wooden frame before spraying black or white soft-sheen paint to achieve the highest quality finish. All frames come with gallery spec, 3mm thick anti-reflective/ UV glazing as standard.
If you would like a bespoke frame, please get in touch to discuss alternative colours, gilding and glazing options.
HIGH FLYER
Amelia Earhart was the first female aviatorto fly solo across the Atlantic.
During an attempt to circumnavigate the
globe in 1937, Earhart disappeared.
Amelia was a pioneer and an advocate for
women's rights during her lifetime.
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