I’ve been continuing to explore print ideas that connect with my interests in line + light. I love the versatility of printed versions of my work. Turns out it’s a helpful tool for experimenting with ideas and directions. And, then it’s satisfying to find new ways to catch light.
1.Fine art prints on paper with hand touched gloss elements.
Giclee print | ENCODE: THRIVE on 100% archival cotton rag c Heather Hancock 2021
encode: THRIVE 8”x8” print on 100% archival cotton rag c Heather Hancock 2021
2. Digital prints on translucent film.
After my tests with printing on vellum revealed the need to find moisture resistant papers, I got some translucent screen printing film. This is super versatile material that allows light to pass through the prints. Backlit prints glow, kinda like glass + light.
Digital print | ENCODE: CHILL on translucent film 8”x8” c Heather Hancock 2021
3. Digital prints on aluminum.
I tried printing on a number of more permanent, rigid substrates: acrylic, wood and brushed aluminum. My favorite by far was using reveals of the brushed aluminum to shimmer and catch light, much like glass functions in my original art pieces. These are light and easily hung. Working digitally gives endless flexibility with creating sets and series of work in target colorways. Super exciting.
Digital print | ENCODE: GO on brushed aluminum 12”x12” c Heather Hancock 2021
Digital print | ENCODE: GO on brushed aluminum 12”x12” c Heather Hancock 2021