This is an original linocut print

Printed using archival colourfast Caligo Safewash black linocut ink onto White A3 Cartridge card.

Not a numbered edition - an artists proof and signed, named and marked as such in pencil at the bottom of the print.

The magic of a linocut is that EVERY print is unique.
Each print takes some time to complete and each one taken from a linoct will be slightly different.
That is the fun!
(NB - there is a smeared ink section along the bottom of the print, underneath Brian's face.).
These little errors are part of the fun of Linocut prints and give you an idea of their handmade magic.

It is so hard to capture the real magic of original prints in a photo and you will find that the real print looks SO much better.
The contrast and textures of the ink look fantastic in person but can't be captured in a photograph.

This is the very first print from what will eventually be a numbered edition.

I have a feeling Brian Blessed will be a popular piece as he is a very popular man!
Until I make the print and peel back the paper I don't know exactly what the print will look like..

I am a professional jeweller and also visual artist.

I have been creating art all my life, and I love what I do..

I work mainly in watercolour paint and linocut, and my work has sold all around the World.
As well as my own work I am also creating  CD cover artwork for several respected bands.

DELIVERY
Every print will be sent double wrapped in blue tissue paper and in a sturdy cardboard postal tube - and complete with signed and security stamped certificate of authenticity.
Ready for framing straight from the tube.                          

(C) Ian Barrett Art 2014