SIREN SONGS STUDY XS
Original Circular Cyanotype
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Inspiration:
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Sirens |
| Year: | 2020 |
| Materials: |
Cyanotype, Somerset Watercolour Paper |
| Dimensions: | 145mm (Frame Diameter) x 30mm (Depth) |
Inspiration
This artwork was inspired by Greek mythological winged creatures, Sirens and Harpies. These bird- human hybrids are found in The Odyssey and The Seventh Circle in Dante's Inferno.
Technique
Siren Songs Study XS was created by constructing a hand-cut collage using female photographic portraiture combined with 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.
Dimensions
Unframed: 100mm diameter
Framed: 145mm diameter x 30mm depth x 11mm face
Paper
Somerset cotton watercolour paper:
300gsm / 100% Cotton / Mould Made / Hot Pressed / 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 Greek mythological winged creatures, Sirens and Harpies. These bird- human hybrids are found in The Odyssey and The Seventh Circle in Dante's Inferno.
Technique
Siren Songs Study XS was created by constructing a hand-cut collage using female photographic portraiture combined with 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.
Dimensions
Unframed: 100mm diameter
Framed: 145mm diameter x 30mm depth x 11mm face
Paper
Somerset cotton watercolour paper:
300gsm / 100% Cotton / Mould Made / Hot Pressed / 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.