I am a printmaker working in lino, wood, card, in fact anything that can be cut or glued down to create a block from which to print an image. The experimental and unpredictable nature of printmaking helps me escape the constraints of the detailed illustration work I did formerly. Cutting boldly with a sharp tool, whether scissors, scalpel or good quality lino-cutting tools helps remove the temptation to include fussy detail. By simplifying the image I can pay more attention to shape, pattern and texture instead.

Printing from the block (using inks) offers more scope for experiment, particularly if more than one block is used. Sometimes unexpected outcomes are more pleasing than the intended one.

I am a member of the Paddock Printmakers based at the Paddock Art Studios in Lewes. Led by Book Artist Carolyn Trant, we meet up regularly each week to work on both individual and group projects.

I can be contacted on 01323 482531 or email crowney@globalnet.co.uk.

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