by annrobertson | May 2, 2017 | Lino Cut, Print, Sewing
For some time I have been uncertain if I prefer the disposable lino cutters or the wooden handled tools. Most of this dilemma has been around the difficluty keeping the more traditional tools sharp. I think I have solved this problem now by using a leather strop and...
by annrobertson | Apr 17, 2017 | Illustration, Lino Cut, Nature, Print, Uncategorized
Imprint of Hill and Habitat Today – Wide Open Spaces I have been working on a new lino cut that is based on a photo I took on a cold afternoon walk in the New Year. There were families walking over the hills who were silhouetted against a cold bright sky. I...
by annrobertson | Mar 23, 2017 | colour, Drawing, Lino Cut, Nature
Imprint of Hill and Habitat Today – Leaves Have been working on some lino cuts after a really good course up in Todmorden. Used some of the photos and sketches I have from Tegg’s nose to inspire the work. Shelley, who we were working with suggested...
by annrobertson | Mar 7, 2017 | colour, Drawing, Inspiration
Imprint of Hill and Habitat Today – Machinery The Quarry was a working area until the 1950’s and there are examples of the kind of machinery used. This has recently been painted and makes a dramatic display. I am very taken by the lovely shapes in some of...
by annrobertson | Feb 11, 2017 | colour, Drawing, Illustration, Inspiration, Nature, Painting
Imprint of Hill and Habitat Today – Rocks Patty and I have been spending quite a lot of time at Tegg’s Nose looking closely at the surroundings. We are preparing for an exhibition, Imprint of Hill and Habitat, later this year inspired by the park. There is...