Adventures in Linocutting

I still have much to learn about linocutting. I tried my hand at another image (this one based on my Guitarrita paintings). While I am not completely unhappy with the block itself I am less than thrilled with the prints I pulled from it.

I was not successful at getting even results on the paper. The print pictured above was the best of the bunch. I don't know if my results have anything to do with the type of ink (water soluble) I'm using. Perhaps parts are beginning to dry quickly, creating the lighter spots. I don't think it has anything to do with the amount of ink (not using enough) because when I added more, the prints lacked definition and just looked...well...a mess.

The experiment continues...

Painting Giveaway This Wednesday!!

This week I will hold my first Facebook Artist Page Giveaway.
From time to time I will not only give away original art and prints through Facebook, but I will also give exclusive discount codes redeemable in my Etsy Store.

WEDNESDAY'S GIVEAWAY:

Guitarrita (on pink)
Original Acrylic on canvas/8x10"
Must be a Fan of my Facebook Artist Page to win.

Guitarrita Sobre Azul

Guitarrita Sobre Azul/ Little Guitar on Blue
Acrylic on canvas/8x10"

Guitarrita

Guitarita/Little Guitar
Acrylic on canvas/8x10"