Handprinted on Fabriano Artistico Traditional Watercolour Paper.
DESCRIPTION
This artwork was inspired by Amelia Earhart, the pioneering female aviator, advocate for gender equality and defying cultural norms. A feminist icon worth celebrating in all her glory!
TECHNIQUE
Bust Of Amelia Small was created by photographing a hand-cut collage of female portraiture and illustrations of birds. The digital negative was then contact printed onto paper that had been hand-brushed with chemicals, before drying in a dark room. Once exposed to light, the piece was washed to develop a cyan blue colour and pressed dry.
SPEC
Dimensions - 125mm x 180mm (Unmounted) /
203mm x 254mm 8in x 10in (Mounted)
Paper - Handprinted on Fabriano Artistico Traditional White Watercolour Paper: 300gsm / 100% Cotton / Mould Made / Acid Free / PH Neutral / Chlorine Free/ Cold Pressed / Rough
Mount - Bespoke mounts are made to order: High Quality / Precision Cut / Bevelled Edged / Soft White / Acid Free PH Neutral / Conservation Quality / 1.4mm Thick / Backed (using same board)
Framing -This artwork is sold unframed. Should you wish to have your item framed by us pleaseget in touch. We have good relationships with expert framers - we can arrange for the perfect frame or simply offer free advice.
HIGH-FLYER
Amelia Earhart was the first female aviator to 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
